Light Distillate Trader
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About the Role
Chevron is hiring a Light Distillate Trader to execute physical and derivatives trading strategies in Asia/East-of-Suez markets for gasoline, NGL, and LPG. The role requires proven experience in NGL, naphtha, or gasoline trading, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage risk.
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Responsibilities
- Trade physical Naphtha, Mogas and Components (spot and term) in East of Suez markets to optimize Chevron’s positions and generate profit
- Develop and execute physical trading strategies based on market structure, arbitrage signals, and regional supply/demand fundamentals
- Monitor regional NGL/LPG flows, arbitrage routes, and infrastructure dynamics
- Work closely with operations, shipping, and commercial support teams
- Collaborate with analytical teams to identify trends, quantify value, and improve trading decisions
- Manage risk exposure through derivatives (swaps, futures, options) across multiple time horizons
- Maintain strong relationships with brokers, counterparties, and internal stakeholders
Requirements
- Degree Level (or equivalent) in Engineering, Economics, Business, or related fields preferred
- Proven experience in NGL, naphtha or gasoline trading, with strong knowledge of physical and paper instruments and hedging strategies
- Strong analytical skills and ability to make quick, informed decisions under pressure
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Flexible approach to working hours
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Job Description
- Execute all trading and commercial transactions related to equity volumes, supply activity for refineries and third party trading for profit positions.
- The Light Distillate Trader is responsible for developing and executing integrated physical and/or derivatives trading strategies in the Asia/East of Suez Light Distillate markets.
Key Job Responsibilities
- Trade physical Naphtha, Mogas and Components (spot and term) in East of Suez markets.
- Develop and execute physical trading strategies based on market structure, arbitrage signals, and regional supply/demand fundamentals.
- Monitor regional NGL/LPG flows, arbitrage routes, and infrastructure dynamics.
- Work closely with operations, shipping, and commercial support teams.
- Collaborate with analytical teams to identify trends, quantify value, and improve trading decisions.
- Manage risk exposure through derivatives (swaps, futures, options) across multiple time horizons.
- Maintain strong relationships with brokers, counterparties, and internal stakeholders.
- Ensure adherence to compliance standards and Chevron’s Operational Excellence principles.
Required Qualifications
- Degree Level (or equivalent) in Engineering, Economics, Business, or related fields preferred.
- Proven experience in NGL, naphtha or gasoline trading, with strong knowledge of physical and paper instruments and hedging strategies.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to make quick, informed decisions under pressure.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Flexible approach to working hours.
- Periodic travel may be required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Solid understanding of refining economics, blending, and arbitrage flows (East of Suez and globally).
- Solid understanding of NGL value chain (production fractionation transport markets).
- 3+ years of trading experience in Refined Products.
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