Senior Petrochemical Trader / Oil Trader

LINK COMPLIANCE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic trading firm in Singapore seeks a high-performing Senior Petrochemical Trader. The successful candidate will lead trading activities focused on LPG, Gasoline, and Olefins. Responsibilities include managing P&L, business development, and compliance. The ideal applicant has at least 10 years of petrochemical trading experience and a strong ability to work with diverse stakeholders. Excellent communication skills and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in petrochemical trading.
• Proven track record of successful trades in various petrochemical products.
• Strong understanding of physical trading and commercial risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead trading activities to optimize P&L across Asia and global markets.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with trading guidelines and legal frameworks.

Skills

Market expertise

Trading capability

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, International Trade, Business or related fields

Job description

About the Role

The company is seeking a high-performing Senior Petrochemical Trader to be based in Singapore. The successful candidate will either lead a small trading team of 2 or join as a key individual contributor, focusing on products such as LPG, Gasoline, Olefins (Ethylene, Propylene), Aromatics, and other related derivatives.

This role requires strong market expertise, proven trading capability, and the ability to work closely with headquarters and global stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Trading & P&L Management:

  • Lead trading activities in petrochemical products to optimize P&L across Asia and global markets.

  • Manage active exposure and P&L reporting.

  • Identify and develop new trading opportunities.

  • Monitor market trends, supply-demand fundamentals, and pricing dynamics to inform trading decisions.

• Business Development & Market Expansion:

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and international market participants.

  • Identify, propose, and pursue partnership opportunities and export/growth initiatives aligned with corporate objectives.

• Compliance & Risk Management:

  • Adhere to trading guidelines, ethics, HSSE policies, and ship vetting protocols.

  • Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks governing international petrochemical trading.

• Internal Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:

  • Work closely with chartering, logistics, operations, finance, legal, and risk teams to ensure smooth deal execution.

  • Support knowledge sharing and coaching of junior team members as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, International Trade, Business, or related fields.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in petrochemical trading (aromatics, MTBE, olefins, LPG, Gasoline, or related products).

• Proven track record of successful trades and deep understanding of physical trading and commercial risk management.

• Experience liaising with refineries, producers, or customers.

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.