Energy Derivatives Trader — Hedging & Markets

Marathon Petroleum Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Marathon Petroleum Corporation in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Derivative Trader to manage energy derivatives across Crude Oil, Gasoline, Diesel, Natural Gas and NGLs. The role interfaces with physical traders and Risk/Compliance to ensure hedging aligns with market conditions.

The position requires 3+ years in trading within energy sectors, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong analytical and negotiation skills. Travel and cross-location collaboration are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3+ years of commercial experience in Trading or Marketing at an energy-related organization.
• Relevant job experience in Product Trading, Commercial Analytics, Contract Negotiation or Scheduling (rail, truck, vessel and pipe) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute energy derivative instruments in multiple markets at the direction of physical traders and/or members of the Risk organization as related to physical commodity hedging.
• Continuously reviews market conditions and the short-, medium- and long-term supply and sales plans of the business; recommends and implements changes to hedging plans to optimize overall value to MPC.
• Prepares periodic reports on market activities and supply/demand or competitive developments.

Skills

Accountability

Commercial Awareness

Communication

Contract Management

Customer-Focused

Data Analysis

Decision Making

Entrepreneurship

Leadership & Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Marathon Petroleum Corporation in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Derivative Trader to manage energy derivatives across Crude Oil, Gasoline, Diesel, Natural Gas and NGLs. The role interfaces with physical traders and Risk/Compliance to ensure hedging aligns with market conditions.

The position requires 3+ years in trading within energy sectors, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong analytical and negotiation skills. Travel and cross-location collaboration are expected.