Trading Operations Representative

TOTAL Deutschland GmbH; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

TotalEnergies in Houston is seeking a detail‑oriented Operations Representative to support gas trading operations. You will work closely with Front Office, scheduling, accounting, and risk teams to ensure accurate execution of physical transactions and asset responsibilities.

The role offers exposure to commodity trading operations, with room for growth in systems, contracts, and process optimization within a leading North American energy portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent + 0–3 years exp; energy background not required.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills with great attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Advanced Excel proficiency and solid technical aptitude.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read/interpret contracts for compliance and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Self‑motivated with ownership and initiative.
• Willingness to participate in rotating coverage, nights/weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Front Office to manage costs across assets and systems.
• Nominate and manage daily operations across pipelines and facilities.
• Identify issues, propose solutions, coordinate with stakeholders.
• Communicate with internal teams, counterparties, and service providers.
• Analyze data to ensure accuracy and timely decisions.
• Capture and maintain transactions in risk management systems.
• Support commercial teams with invoicing, settlement, and reporting.
• Review contracts to ensure compliance and support BD.
• Collaborate with IT to improve tools and efficiency.
• Contribute to design and improvement of controls and processes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Advanced Excel

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Time management

Contract interpretation

Organizational skills

Fast-paced adaptability

Rotational work support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent relevant experience

Tools

Scheduling systems

Risk management software

Job description

Within the Trading Division, the Gas Operations team is seeking a motivated, detail‑oriented Operations Representative to join its dynamic and fast‑paced environment.

This role offers an exceptional opportunity for an early‑career professional to build a strong foundation in commodity trading operations while supporting a growing portfolio of natural gas and natural gas liquids assets. As a key member of a collaborative operations team, the Operations Representative partners closely with commercial, scheduling, accounting, and risk management groups to ensure the commercial desk’s physical transactions and objectives are executed accurately, efficiently, and in alignment with assigned asset responsibilities.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual who thrives in a team‑oriented environment, embraces continuous learning, and is eager to build a career in commodity trading operations. The ideal candidate demonstrates curiosity, initiative, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to operational excellence while supporting one of North America’s leading energy portfolios.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Front Office teams to manage, optimize, and control costs across assigned systems and portfolio assets
• Nominate and manage daily operations across pipelines, gathering systems, processing facilities, storage assets, and end‑use markets
• Proactively identify operational issues, develop alternative solutions, and coordinate implementation with commercial and operational stakeholders
• Communicate independently with internal teams, counterparties, pipeline operators, and service providers regarding daily operations and forward‑looking assumptions
• Analyze and validate operational data to ensure accuracy and support timely decision‑making
• Accurately capture and maintain physical transactions within the company’s proprietary risk management and scheduling systems
• Support commercial teams with transactional accuracy, physical settlement, invoicing, reconciliation, and reporting activities
• Review and interpret contracts to ensure operational compliance and contribute to business development initiatives
• Collaborate with Trading Systems and Information Technology teams to enhance proprietary software tools and improve operational efficiency
• Contribute to the design, documentation, and continuous improvement of operational controls, processes, and best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent relevant experience
• Early‑career candidates with 0–3 years of professional experience; prior energy industry experience not required
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills with strong critical thinking and exceptional attention to detail
• Professional communication skills, including clear written and verbal interaction with internal and external stakeholders
• Advanced Excel proficiency and strong overall technical aptitude
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision and tight deadlines
• Capability to read and interpret commercial contracts while ensuring operational compliance and financial accuracy
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to prioritize competing responsibilities
• Self‑motivated mindset with a high degree of ownership, accountability, and initiative
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills and a customer‑service orientation
• Dependable professional willing to participate in rotational coverage schedules—including nights, weekends, and holidays—to support business operations

Please note: TotalEnergies is unable to sponsor employment visas or consider candidates on time‑limited visa status for this position.

TotalEnergies celebrates diversity and is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other category protected under applicable federal, state or local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.

All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

TotalEnergies believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.