US NGLs Trader

Dow•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Dow has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Natural Gas Liquids Trader to join our Feedstocks and Commodities organization in Houston TX! We are seeking someone with a proven track record of generating value through physical and/or financial commodity trading, with deep expertise in natural gas, NGLs, crude oil or related commodities markets. In this role, you will be managing a mid-nine-figure commodities portfolio with a focus on US NGLs, and responsible for identifying market opportunities, executing trading and hedging strategies, managing risk, and delivering consistent performance in highly dynamic global commodities markets.

Requirements

A minimum of a bachelor's degree (preferably in a quantitative field (e.g. Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics) or relevant military experience at or above a U.S. E5 or Canadian Petty Officer 2nd Class or Sergeant ranking.
A minimum of 7 years of relevant working experience.
Willing and able to travel as required for this role.
Flexibility to support the sites during off hours, especially during and after weather or other emergencies.
A minimum requirement for this U.S.-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency process.

Nice To Haves

Proven ability to generate consistent profit and manage risk in volatile markets.
Demonstrated experience trading one or more of the following: Natural Gas, NGLs (Ethane, Propane, Butane), Crude Oil, other related commodities markets
Experience with commodity derivatives including futures, swaps, and options.
Deep knowledge in quantitative modelling and predictive analytics.
Strong understanding of physical market fundamentals and logistics.
Advanced degree (Master's, PhD)
CFA certification or equivalent (e.g. FRM, CAIA, CMT, CQF).
Experience with algorithmic or systematic trading strategies.
International trading experience across multiple regions and commodity markets.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute trading and hedging strategies in NGLs 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.

Benefits

Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.
Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)