Diesel Trader: Global Arbitrage & Risk Management

UNIPEC America, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

UNIPEC America, Inc. is seeking a Diesel Trader to manage Middle Distillates physical trades and coordinate global arbitrage desks. The role supports market risk management, P&L reporting, and development of new business opportunities in Middle Disty trades.

The candidate will report market intel and trends to add value while ensuring compliance with laws and regulations across international and US Gulf Coast markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in petroleum products trading, preferably Middle Distillates or Diesel trading.
• Strong knowledge of US Gulf Coast and Latin America markets.
• Experience in contract negotiations and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of market risk management instruments.

Responsibilities

• Manage Middle Distillates physical trades, market risks, and global arbitrage desks coordination.
• Responsible for Middle Disty trade positions and P&L reports.
• Develop and evaluate new business opportunities for Middle Disty trades.
• Report market intel, industry trends, and analysis to add value to the company.
• Identify innovative strategies to deliver trading solutions under all market conditions.
• Coordinate trading with shipping, operations, and other middle back-office functions.
• Ensure compliance with trade restrictions and applicable laws and regulations.

Skills

Petroleum trading

Market risk management

Contract negotiations

Global markets knowledge

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Trading software

Microsoft Office

Job description

UNIPEC America, Inc. is seeking a Diesel Trader to manage Middle Distillates physical trades and coordinate global arbitrage desks. The role supports market risk management, P&L reporting, and development of new business opportunities in Middle Disty trades.

The candidate will report market intel and trends to add value while ensuring compliance with laws and regulations across international and US Gulf Coast markets.