Trader, Natural Gas (Supply Chain)
Core
Lead a new natural gas trading team to execute physical and financial transactions, optimize supply chains, and secure cost-effective energy commodities for SpaceX's launch operations and vehicle production.
Role type
Senior IC natural gas trader (supply chain)
Builds
Physical and financial natural gas transactions, supply optimization strategies, and P&L management for launch and production fuel needs.
Domain
Energy commodities (natural gas), aerospace supply chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
natural gas trading, physical and financial trading strategies, risk management, contract negotiation, market analysis, team leadership, regulatory compliance (CFTC/FERC), P&L management
Preferred skills
pipeline/storage optimization, LNG sector knowledge, Python/SQL/PowerBI proficiency, trade capture systems (Endur), global supply base sourcing
Technologies
Endur, SQL, PowerBI, Python, Excel
Responsibilities
Establish and lead a lean natural gas trading team; develop and execute directional, spread, physical, and financial trading strategies; identify pricing inefficiencies and manage P&L; manage trading positions based on market and operational signals; act as market intelligence provider; benchmark and analyze performance metrics; recruit and mentor traders; maintain stakeholder relationships; conduct market and counterparty analysis; execute RFIs, RFPs, and negotiate multimillion-dollar contracts; build a team for supply/demand analysis and strategy development; ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership
