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Pillar

Lead Product Designer

New York, NY · On-site

Competitive initial equity package + refreshers * 5+ years of experience About Pillar Pillar is building the next-generation commodity risk management stack for the $10T physical economy. We combine ...

Pillar

Lead Product Designer

New York, NY · On-site +1

Competitive initial equity package + refreshers * 5+ years of experience About Pillar Pillar is building the next-generation commodity risk management stack for the $10T physical economy. We combine ...

Pillar

Head of Risk

New York, NY · On-site

Experience: 7-12+ Years About Pillar Pillar is building the next-generation commodity risk management stack for the $10T physical economy. We combine real-time market data with AI-powered exposure ...

Pillar

Head of Risk

New York, NY · Hybrid

Experience: 7-12+ Years About Pillar Pillar is building the next-generation commodity risk management stack for the $10T physical economy. We combine real-time market data with AI-powered exposure ...

OpenAI

Power Trading Lead

Seattle, WA · On-site +1

$181K - $285K/yr

Qualifications * 10+ years in power trading, energy procurement, commodity risk management, utility strategy, energy markets, or related roles. * Deep understanding of U.S. wholesale power markets ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for commodity risk management in the United States is $105,598.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,000.00 and $85,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a commodity risk management?

A Commodity Risk Management job involves identifying, analyzing, and mitigating risks related to price volatility in commodities like oil, gas, metals, and agricultural products. Professionals in this field develop strategies using financial instruments like futures, options, and swaps to hedge price fluctuations. They work closely with traders, analysts, and finance teams to ensure companies can manage costs and protect profitability. Their role requires a strong understanding of market dynamics, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in commodity risk management?

To thrive in Commodity Risk Management, you need strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of financial markets, commodities trading, and quantitative risk assessment, often supported by a relevant degree such as finance, economics, or mathematics. Familiarity with risk management software, trading platforms, Excel, and certifications like FRM (Financial Risk Manager) or CFA are highly valued. Excellent communication, decision-making skills, and the ability to work well under pressure make candidates stand out. These competencies are crucial for accurately assessing market risks, making informed recommendations, and protecting organizational interests in a dynamic market environment.

What are some of the main challenges faced by professionals in commodity risk management?

Professionals in Commodity Risk Management often face challenges such as rapidly changing market conditions, geopolitical events affecting commodity prices, and the need to interpret large volumes of complex data. Navigating price volatility requires staying updated on global trends and making quick, informed decisions to mitigate potential losses. Additionally, effective collaboration with trading, procurement, and finance teams is essential to align risk strategies with broader business goals. Despite these challenges, the role offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities to develop valuable expertise in a highly specialized field.

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Senior Manager, Commercial Asset Management

JERA Americas

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Summary
The Senior Manager, Commercial Asset Management will play a crucial role in the optimization of Jera America's physical power asset portfolio. The role will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic plan and initiatives to maximize revenue, manage risks, and enhance the overall profitability of our power generation assets.
Position Description
  • Manage the daily Day-Ahead bidding, the cash month and term strategy, and execute trades on behalf of natural gas-fired, oil, and renewable facilities power generation assets based on changing market conditions.
  • Responsible for assigned assets PnL.
  • Hedge, or direct the execution of hedges, for assets within established authority limits while actively managing credit and cash commitments per the Risk Management Policies governing the assigned assets.
  • Work with plant operations, third-party energy managers, and fuel suppliers (intraday gas procurement) for optimal asset trading and optimization.
  • Develop expert knowledge of asset contracts and provide for proper supervision and optimization of contractual commercial rights and responsibilities.
  • Understand and adhere to all tariffs, market conduct rules, market protocols and procedures.
  • Formulate short and long-term market views and forecast power, fuel, and emissions prices to optimize asset trading and hedging decisions.
  • Daily monitoring and reporting on assigned energy asset activity.
  • Lead and/or sponsor strategic initiatives for assigned assets, prepare and present to senior leadership.
  • Collaborate on M&A and Development strategies related to potential transactions.
  • Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position Description Continued
  • Knowledge of US natural gas, electric, and emissions markets, including supply and demand, market structure, and regulatory fundamentals.
  • Understand power and gas market nuances that impact individual generation assets and the overall general portfolio.
  • Manage the PnL of conventional or renewable generation assets in a commercial operations/asset trading role.
  • Strong understanding and knowledge of the LMP-based wholesale power market with PJM (preferred), ISO-NE, NYISO, MISO.
  • Experience with power trading, power generation, hedge strategy development for natural gas-fired generation assets, and natural gas markets
  • Proficient knowledge of commodity risk management analysis. Proficient knowledge of commodity risk management analysis.
  • Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to get things done under pressure.
  • Desire to work in team-oriented culture.
  • Ability to get things done under the pressure of multiple deadlines.
  • Business Acumen.
  • Strong Verbal and Written communication skills.
  • Ethical Conduct.
  • Discretion and Confidentiality. Proficient knowledge of commodity risk management analysis.
  • Skills in data analysis, advanced Excel, VBA, PowerPoint, and SQL. Experience with Python, R, MATLAB, C/C#/C++, or JAVA is a plus.

Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics or related field. (Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Science or other quantitative field with business or finance experience is also suitable).
  • 5 or more years of energy or infrastructure industry experience in a project finance or fund administration role.
  • Database expertise (proficiency in Excel).

Preferred Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in business, economics, finance, or a related field.
  • Prior experience working with conventional or renewable generation assets in a commercial operations/asset trading role.

JERA Americas does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed Recruitment Services Agreement, JERA Americas shall have no obligation to pay any referral compensation or recruiter fee.
AP/EEO Statement
JERA Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics.

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