Trader IV, Real Time Power

Phillips 66 • Houston, TX

2d • $198,000 - $242,000

About The Position

As a Trader IV, Real Time Power, you will support short-term and intermediate power trading by applying advanced commercial judgment, market analysis, and tactical execution. You will help optimize value across markets while maintaining compliance, enhancing customer relationships, and contributing to trading strategy development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 or more years of experience enabling independent handling of most trading situations
• Experience purchasing, selling, or exchanging energy commodities
• Experience negotiating structured pricing and contract terms
• Legally authorized to work in the job posting country

Nice To Haves

• Highly analytical, detail‑oriented, and capable of multi‑tasking in fast‑moving markets
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills and ability to build customer and counterparty relationships
• Experience with financial risk management, pricing strategy, and supplier/customer negotiations
• Resilience under pressure and ability to adapt to changing market environments
• Ability to analyze complex market information and make timely decisions

Responsibilities

• Purchase, sell, and exchange physical and financial power within defined limits while executing short-term and intermediate trading strategies.
• Optimize electricity demand and generation assets and monitor transmission utilization.
• Schedule and manage physical and financial power positions using risk and trade management systems.
• Analyze market fundamentals, pricing trends, and location-based opportunities to inform trading decisions.
• Negotiate and manage transactions with producers, traders, and customers while documenting market activity for internal communication.
• Participate in Virtual/FTR markets and contribute to the expansion of product types and regional activity.

Benefits

• Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus
• 8% 401k company match
• Cash Balance Account pension
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP
• Total well-being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level