Gas Trader or Senior Gas Trader Job Details | New Mexico Gas Co - Peoples Gas - Tampa Electric

TECO Energy; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Gas Trader to drive the future of natural gas. In this pivotal role, you will develop and execute trading strategies, optimize portfolios, and engage in the purchasing and selling of gas supply. Your expertise in negotiation and strategic thinking will be essential as you navigate the dynamic energy market. Join a diverse and inclusive team that values innovation and collaboration, and contribute to critical services in the community. With a competitive rewards package and opportunities for growth, this role is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in a thriving environment.

Benefits

Performance Bonus

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Planning

Ownership Opportunities

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in energy commodity trading.
• Extensive knowledge of trading tools and indices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute daily strategy for gas trading.
• Responsible for purchasing and selling gas supply.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

Trading tools and indices (OTC, NYMEX)

Job description

Title: Senior Gas Trader
Company: Peoples Gas System
State and City: Florida - Tampa
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days| Hybrid Schedule based out of our Downtown Tampa location | 702. N Franklin St.

Who we are
Peoples Gas System is the fastest growing natural gas utility in the Southeast with career opportunities that fit your future. Our organization is diverse – in people, opportunities, and careers. We foster a dynamic and inclusive workplace where safety, innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.

How will you help drive the future of natural gas?
The Gas Trading function is responsible for supporting the company’s activities in the areas of gas supply and wholesale origination, with a primary focus on the administration of gas supply and transportation activities. Scheduling and Trading responsibilities will include the daily scheduling of gas supply and transportation on up-stream pipelines as well as the daily confirmation of gas supply scheduled to be delivered to the company’s distribution system.

Responsibilities also include the daily spot gas purchasing, the daily marketing of upstream capacity through wholesale sales, the development and maintenance of daily and monthly operation reports, as well as the daily monitoring of market conditions, operations, and constraints on the upstream pipelines serving the company.

The Senior Gas Trader requires sound knowledge of functional area of work and advanced business and technical concepts. May provide mentoring and technical guidance to Gas Scheduler and Gas Trader. Performs under limited supervision.

What you need to succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field of study.
• Minimum of (6) years related experience including (2) years in energy commodity trading.
• Extensive knowledge of trading tools and indices (OTC, NYMEX).
• Strong Negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated Leadership skills with ability to think strategically.
• Ability to produce analysis and initiatives and present them to management. Portfolio ownership.
• Ability to work closely with a team in an open trade floor environment.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the daily strategy and optimization of the portfolio. Maximize incentive/optimization mechanism gains through the execution of profitable, low risk transactions to lower overall costs to customers.
• Responsible for the trading of natural gas, including financial, physical, options, swaps and other derivative deals within the limits of risk management practices and procedures.
• Responsible for the daily or monthly marketing of upstream capacity through wholesale sales or capacity release.
• Responsible for the purchasing and selling of gas supply including imbalances.
• Responsible for monitoring large transportation customer activity on the company’s gas distribution system (if applicable).

Who Will be a part of your team?

• Gas Transportation department personnel; Accounting and Operations personnel. Wholesale Marketing, Asset Management and Fuel Managers.
• External pipeline personnel; natural gas suppliers/marketers/NCTS program pool managers; and natural gas pipeline capacity holders and shippers.

How you’ll contribute

• Takes Ownership & Acts with Integrity.
• Drives Business Excellence for Customers.
• Builds Collaborative Relationships.
• Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change.
• Thinks Strategically & Exercises Sound Judgment.

Where and How You will Work
Often required to be on-call over weekends and holidays to monitor and maintain system. Storm duties may require offsite relocation (including overnights) during and after a storm.

Why you’ll love working with us
We proudly offer a competitive total rewards package and other perks to help keep you thriving:

• Performance Bonus: Earn an annual incentive bonus that recognizes your hard work.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement Planning: Secure your future with a 401k Retirement Savings Plan and a comprehensive Pension plan.
• Ownership Opportunities: Participate in Emera’s Employee Common Share Purchase Plan and share in our success.
• Time to Recharge: Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO), paid company holidays, comprehensive mental, financial and physical wellness resources, and paid Parental Leave.
• Growth and Development: Take advantage of tuition reimbursement and other training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career.
• And much more!

Whether you’re launching your career or looking to advance it, Peoples Gas is the perfect place for you, offering exciting opportunities for a long-term career with a dynamic, growing company.

STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS
TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.