• Application Deadline:
• Position: Oil and Gas Trader (West African Region)



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 7 years



• Location Lagos




• City Lekki




• Job Field Oil and Gas / Energy 
  
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze market trends and forecasts to identify profitable trading opportunities.


• Negotiate and execute trade agreements with suppliers, buyers, and relevant stakeholders.


• Assess and manage trading risks while ensuring full compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.


• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, buyers, and industry experts.


• Stay informed on industry developments, market trends, and regulatory changes.


• Oversee all commercial and shipping operations.


• Handle the submission of cargo documentation in accordance with PPPRA and DPR regulations.


• Coordinate and communicate effectively with traders, affiliates, chartering, finance, demurrage, accounts, legal departments, and senior management.


• Manage storage positions, truck sales, and monthly stock reconciliation, particularly in West Africa.


• Organize and maintain accurate contractual and shipping records.


• Review and approve logistics/shipping invoices from storage companies, agents, inspectors, and other counterparties.


• Monitor trade P&L, disbursement accounts, inspection processes, claims, and re-invoicing activities.


• Maximize revenue, ensure secured payments, and document all claims efficiently.


• Carefully review contractual terms and develop template agreements to prevent disputes or potential litigation in trading transactions.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of the downstream sector in Nigeria and the Anglophone West African region.


• Well-established network and strong relationships within the industry.


• Confident, commercially astute, and highly business-minded.


• Holds a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Social Sciences, or Management Sciences.


• Thrives in fast-paced and dynamic work environments.


• At least 7 years of experience in oil trading, energy, logistics, or shipping, demonstrating a strong curiosity and passion for the energy trading sector.


• Proven experience in oil trading within Nigeria and the Anglophone West African region.


• Exceptional organizational and problem-solving abilities, with solid negotiation skills and a solution-oriented mindset.


• Strategic thinker with the ability to grasp the bigger picture.


• Strong sense of accountability and ownership of responsibilities.


• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) with leadership qualities that inspire and influence.


• Sharp analytical abilities and proficiency in IT tools.