Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Opportunity:
A globally recognized physical bunker supplier and oil products trader, established in the early 2000s, and headquartered in Cyprus, is seeking a Bunker Trader Manager to lead its office in Dubai. This role offers a unique opportunity to spearhead expansion in the Middle East, focusing on oil majors, and to build and lead a high-performing bunker trading team. The position promises significant career and financial rewards for establishing a strong market presence in this key region.
The company specialises in marine bunker fuels and global cargo trading, with operations across Europe, the Baltics, the Middle East, and Asia. Renowned for transparency, quality, and efficiency, the firm leverages deep market knowledge and a diverse, experienced team to deliver exceptional service to a global clientele.
Key Responsibilities
- Market Development: Establish and nurture relationships with oil majors and key stakeholders in the Middle East’s maritime and energy sectors.
- Trading Leadership: Oversee and execute complex bunker fuel trades, ensuring competitive pricing and timely delivery while managing risk effectively.
- Team Building: Lay the foundation for the Dubai office, recruiting, mentoring, and leading a team of bunker traders to drive growth.
- Market Analysis: Provide clients with insights on bunker fuel markets, including pricing trends, supply availability, and regulatory developments (e.g., IMO 2020).
- Industry Representation: Represent the company at regional and global industry events, conferences, and client meetings to enhance market presence.
- Compliance: Ensure all trading activities and contracts comply with international maritime and trade regulations, including MARPOL and local standards.
- Experience: 5+ years in bunker trading, with expertise in marine fuels. Established relationships with oil majors are highly desirable.
- Skills: Exceptional negotiation, communication, and networking abilities, with a commercial mindset and strong risk management expertise.
- Leadership: Vision to establish and grow a new office, with the ability to inspire, mentor, and lead a trading team.
- Market Knowledge: Deep understanding of global bunker fuel markets, pricing dynamics, and regulatory frameworks.
- Adaptability: Comfort working across time zones in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
- Education: Degree in business, economics, maritime studies, or a related field preferred; relevant industry certifications are a plus.
- Pioneering Role: Lead the company’s Dubai office, with significant rewards for building a successful team and market presence.
- Global Network: Join a firm with a strong presence in major shipping hubs, offering collaboration with top industry professionals worldwide.
- Supportive Culture: Work in an inclusive environment that values diversity, initiative, and teamwork, empowering employees to achieve their goals.
- Competitive Package: Receive a competitive salary, performance-based commissions, and comprehensive benefits.
- Career Growth: Access training, global networking opportunities, and a clear path to senior leadership within a reputable firm.
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