US Natural Gas Trader: Expert in Gas Markets & Hedging

Dow Chemical; Stafford (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Dow is seeking an experienced Natural Gas Trader to join its Feedstocks and Commodities team in Houston, TX. You will manage a large commodities portfolio focused on US natural gas, executing trading and hedging strategies.

The role requires deep knowledge of gas, NGLs, crude oil or related markets, a track record of profit and risk management, and willingness to travel and support operations during emergencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field or equivalent military experience.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant working experience.
• Willing and able to travel as required for this role.
• U.S. work authorization; no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute trading and hedging strategies in gas related markets.
• Generate consistent trading profit and derivative results within approved risk parameters.
• Execute transactions using futures, swaps, options, and other commodity derivatives.
• Identify arbitrage opportunities and market dislocations across regions, products, and time structures.
• Build and maintain relationships with traders, producers, consumers, refiners, marketers, brokers, exchanges, banks, and other market participants.
• Support the research team on development of market views, pricing forecasts, and trading recommendations for senior management.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, risk, and governance requirements.

Skills

Commercial Acumen

Analytical Thinking

Cross-Functional Work

Proactive Problem-Solving

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field

Job description

Dow is seeking an experienced Natural Gas Trader to join its Feedstocks and Commodities team in Houston, TX. You will manage a large commodities portfolio focused on US natural gas, executing trading and hedging strategies.

The role requires deep knowledge of gas, NGLs, crude oil or related markets, a track record of profit and risk management, and willingness to travel and support operations during emergencies.