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Jane Street

Commodities Trader

New York, NY · On-site

Commodity trading interfaces closely with our broader commodities and derivatives operations. We have a culture of strong collaboration both across teams and across regions. Your working ...

Jane Street

Commodities Trader

New York, NY · On-site

Commodity trading interfaces closely with our broader commodities and derivatives operations. We have a culture of strong collaboration both across teams and across regions. Your working ...

ExxonMobil

Bio Feedstock Trader

Spring, TX

Prior experience in an integrated energy company, agricultural merchant, or major commodity trading organization. * Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Economics, Business, Finance ...

ExxonMobil

Bio Feedstock Trader

Spring, TX · On-site

Prior experience in an integrated energy company, agricultural merchant, or major commodity trading organization. * Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Economics, Business, Finance ...

ExxonMobil

Bio Feedstock Trader

Spring, TX

Prior experience in an integrated energy company, agricultural merchant, or major commodity trading organization. * Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Economics, Business, Finance ...

Atlas Oil

Commodity Risk Management Lead

Houston, TX

We are a dynamic commodity trading firm specializing in gasoline, crude oil, ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD), and natural gas liquids (NGLs). Our operations span across physical and financial trading ...

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for commodity trading in the United States is $98,041.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $114,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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In commodity trading, professionals often start as junior traders or analysts, gaining experience in market analysis, order execution, and client interaction. With a proven track record, individuals can advance to senior trading roles, desk managers, or specialize in a particular commodity sector. Many traders move into risk management, portfolio management, or even broader leadership positions within trading, operations, or financial strategy teams. Ongoing professional development and successful performance are key to progressing in this dynamic and highly competitive field.

What is a Commodity Trading job?

A Commodity Trading job involves buying and selling physical or financial commodities like oil, metals, and agricultural products in global markets. Traders analyze market trends, manage risk, and execute trades to maximize profits. They work for trading firms, investment banks, or corporations that rely on commodities for operations. Strong analytical skills, risk management knowledge, and an understanding of supply and demand dynamics are essential for success in this role.

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To thrive in Commodity Trading, you need strong analytical abilities, a deep understanding of financial markets, and a relevant degree such as finance, economics, or business. Familiarity with trading platforms, market analysis tools, and risk management systems is crucial, and certifications such as the Series 3 or CFA can be advantageous. Excellent negotiation, decision-making, and communication skills help build relationships and react swiftly in volatile markets. These competencies are essential because commodity traders must make high-stakes decisions quickly while managing significant risks and building client trust.

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Future Talent Pipeline - Commodity Trading Risk Analyst

Future Talent Pipeline - Commodity Trading Risk Analyst

Phillips 66

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 25 days ago

Phillips 66 rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 82 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

40th of 74 rated oil and gas companies

Job description

Are you interested in joining Phillips 66 but don't see a current opening that matches your skills? We'd love to connect! This posting is part of our Talent Pipeline Program for future Commodity Trading Risk Analyst opportunities.
We are actively building a network of talented professionals we'd like to consider for upcoming positions. If a current Commodity Trading Risk Analyst opening doesn't align with your career goals or preferred location, we encourage you to apply to this "Future Talent Pipeline" position instead and stay connected for upcoming roles.
The Commodity Trading Risk Analyst role supports the organization's commodity trading activities by providing timely, accurate risk, position, and financial analysis. This position plays a key role in maintaining a strong control environment, delivering insights that inform trading and commercial decisions, and partnering across teams to ensure data integrity and compliance.
What You'll Do (When Position Opens)
  • Producing a daily analysis and explanation for business unit positions, exposure, and P&L in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Preparing a daily reconciliation of physical and financial positions to systems of record and front office control spreadsheets to support reporting accuracy and controls.
  • Providing business explanations for the monthly financial results.
  • Supporting and maintaining the Company's internal control environment to ensure compliance with all risk policies and trading controls.
  • Providing daily exposure information used to calculate and backtest VaR.
  • Collaborate closely with Risk, Scheduling, Trading and FP&A teams to ensure data accuracy
  • Providing ad hoc analysis and decision support information for commercial business units.
  • Serving as a backup in other regions or products to allow for continuous coverage on all desks at all times.
  • Ensuring prices are valid for valuing and marking all open positions to market.

What You'll Bring - Required
  • Legally authorized to work in the job posting country.
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in market risk, product control, or a commodity trading environment.
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with large, complex data sets.

What Makes You Stand Out - Preferred
  • Experience in energy commodity trading, market analysis, or risk control on a trade floor
  • Working knowledge of SAP or enterprise trading and risk management (ETRM) systems such as RightAngle or Openlink.
  • Experience with SQL, VBA, Python, Power BI, or Tableau.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical reasoning skills.
  • Ability to clearly communicate complex financial and risk concepts to diverse stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated interest in continuous improvement and enhancing risk management processes.

Total Rewards
At Phillips 66, providing access to high quality programs and care for you and your family is important to us. Maintaining a culture of well-being - physical, emotional, social, and financial - is essential for a high-performing organization. When we are at our best, we are poised to deliver exceptional results - personally and professionally. Benefits for certain eligible, full-time employees include:
  • Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus
  • 8% 401k company match
  • Cash Balance Account pension
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP
  • Total well-being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services

Learn more about Phillips 66 Total Rewards.
Phillips 66 has more than 140 years of experience in providing the energy that enables people to dream bigger and go farther, faster. We are committed to improving lives, and that is our promise to our employees and our communities. We are sustained by the backgrounds and experiences of our diverse teams, which reflect who we are, the environment we create and how we work together. We have been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign, U.S. Department of Labor and the Military Times for our continued commitment to inclusive practices and policies in the hiring and retention of those in the LGBTQ+ community and military veterans. Our company is built on values of safety, honor and commitment. We call our cultural mindset Our Energy in Action, which we define through four simple, intuitive behaviors: We work for the greater good, create an environment of trust, seek different perspectives and achieve excellence
Learn more about Phillips 66 and how we are working to meet the world's energy needs today and tomorrow, by visiting phillips66.com.
Important Note:
  • This is a pipelining requisition only. It is not tied to a current job opening.
  • Applicants will be reviewed and contacted as positions matching their skills become available.
  • We encourage you to apply so we can stay connected as opportunities arise
  • Stay connected with us on LinkedIn

Candidates for regular U.S. positions must be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255(a)(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Phillips 66 is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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