Lead, Commodity Trading & Value Chain Optimization

PowerToFly; California (MO); On-site; USD 135,000 - 256,000; Full time

Job summary

Deloitte is seeking a Commodity Trading & Value Chain Optimization Manager to drive performance across trading, logistics, and adjacent operations. Lead client workstreams, manage teams and projects, and develop value cases aligned with margins and business goals.

The role emphasizes collaboration with enterprise operations, risk teams, and business development, while mentoring junior staff and delivering impactful solutions for clients. Strong communication and execution skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, or Operations.
• 10+ years of experience in commodity trading, downstream oil and gas, value chain operations, or consulting.
• Experience leading commercial or operational optimization programs in refining, shipping, storage, marketing, or trading operations.
• Experience defining performance metrics, building value cases, or measuring margin or operational improvement.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams through process, system, or operating model changes.
• Ability to travel 75%, on average, based on work and clients served.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Lead client workstreams focused on commodity trading and value chain optimization.
• Manage teams, project plans, and client stakeholders across commercial and operational improvement efforts.
• Develop recommendations and value cases tied to margin, performance, and business objectives.
• Support proposals, solution materials, and other business development activities.
• Coach junior team members and strengthen Deloitte's commodity solutions capabilities.

Skills

Independent work

Communication

Attention to detail

Relationship building

Project leadership

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, or Operations

Job description

Deloitte is seeking a Commodity Trading & Value Chain Optimization Manager to drive performance across trading, logistics, and adjacent operations. Lead client workstreams, manage teams and projects, and develop value cases aligned with margins and business goals.

The role emphasizes collaboration with enterprise operations, risk teams, and business development, while mentoring junior staff and delivering impactful solutions for clients. Strong communication and execution skills are essential.