Freight Trader
Core
Execute and optimize physical and paper freight trading activity across product markets, managing exposures and contributing to P&L delivery.
Role type
Experienced Freight Trader
Builds
Competitive freight outcomes and global trading book positions
Domain
Energy commodities, shipping, and freight markets
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Freight market fundamentals, vessel classes, voyage economics, risk management (FFA/paper instruments), numerical capability, commercial judgement, data analytics, vessel tracking, compliance awareness
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
Data analytics tools, freight models, vessel-tracking information
Responsibilities
Execute spot fixtures and term/position-taking opportunities; manage physical and paper freight exposures; collaborate with trading desks on logistics solutions; identify tactical opportunities using market intelligence; maintain relationships with shipowners and brokers; capture trades and exposures in systems; contribute to trading discussions and portfolio reviews
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
