Senior Physical Grains Trader

RWE Supply & Trading GmbH
To start as soon as possible full time / part time permanent

About the role

Are you energised by the idea of building something new from the ground up As a Physical Grains Trader at RWE Supply & Trading youll be at the heart of an exciting journey - helping to launch and shape a brand new trading desk within one of Europes most established energy trading companies.

This is your opportunity to define the future of physical grains trading at RWEST surrounded by the support of our experienced freight trading and dry bulk operations team.

Youll dive into a fast-paced environment with the challenge of creating a resilient future-fit desk from scratch. This is your stage to bring innovation explore new strategies and regions and leverage the collective expertise of our wider team. Expect visibility autonomy and the chance to have a real impact from day one.

• Build optimise and expand a dedicated Physical Grains book with an initial focus on soybeans soymeal and corn
• Work closely with market analysts to help shape and steer trading strategy
• Continuously assess market opportunities and trends to drive added value for the desk
• Actively collaborate with the Freight Trading team to unlock and optimise internal synergies
• Forge and strengthen working relationships with suppliers and buyers focusing on both business development and origination
• Manage both physical and financial trading positions expertly leveraging hedging strategies to maximise value and mitigate risk

Job requirements and experience

• A proven track record of building successful physical grain trading books
• Deep and current network across suppliers and buyers in the grains market
• Demonstrable success in trading physical grains with a comprehensive knowledge of global FOB CFR and CIF markets
• Solid expertise of spot and forward trading market liquidity volatility arbitrage swaps counterparty credit and contract structuring
• High-level risk management skills able to balance mitigation with spotting and seizing new opportunities
• Numerical agility IT literacy and analytical problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Courage to take decisive action and drive outcomes coupled with resilience and ownership of results
• Natural collaborator who thrives in diverse teams shares knowledge listens actively and seeks opportunities to empower others

Advantageous but not essential

• Additional language skills especially in major trading regions

What we value most is someone who continuously demonstrates courage thrives to create impact and seeks to build trusting collaborative relationships. So even if you think you do not yet display all of the skills listed above we would still like to hear from you.

Further we welcome applications from individuals who may not be able to commit to full-time roles. At RWEST finding the right person for the job is our top priority and we are willing to explore flexible arrangements.

Your benefits

We want to ensure your time with us is fulfilling and rewarding. We offer a comprehensive package designed to support your well-being as well as your personal and professional growth. Heres what you can look forward to:

• The unique opportunity to take ownership and shape a brand new trading desk in a globally established trading business
• Close collaboration within a diverse team of freight cargo and trading experts fully invested in your development
• Space and encouragement to be innovative and entrepreneurial building lasting value for your career and RWEs trading future
• Access to a broad network advanced tools and resources that empower you to deliver your best work
• Competitive salary & performance driven bonus plus relocation and visa support if required

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Any questions Contact HR: Steph Turi

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We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender disability nationality ethnic and social origin religion/belief age sexual orientation and identity. #inclusionmatters

RWE Supply & Trading is our connection to the worlds energy markets. Headquartered in Essen Germany the company operates one of Europes largest and most advanced energy trading floors. A diverse team of over 2200 professionals from around 90 countries trades electricity gas commodities and CO2 emission allowances. With precise market analysis and a strong customer focus we create innovative energy supply solutions and tailored risk management concepts for industrial clients.

We also ensure the commercial optimisation of RWEs power plant portfolio and markets the electricity generated by addition legally independent RWE gas storage companies operate in Germany contributing to a secure energy supply.