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The Originator role is responsible for purchasing commodities from producer customers and maintaining and enhancing grower relationships. This role works with a provided grower list to maintain ...

The Originator role is responsible for purchasing commodities from producer customers and maintaining and enhancing grower relationships. This role works with a provided grower list to maintain ...

Group Overview BMO Commodities is a part of the Global Origination business within Global Markets responsible for Origination, Trading and Risk Management of financial and physical transactions and ...

Group Overview BMO Commodities is a part of the Global Origination business within Global Markets responsible for Origination, Trading and Risk Management of financial and physical transactions and ...

Group Overview BMO Commodities is a part of the Global Origination business within Global Markets responsible for Origination, Trading and Risk Management of financial and physical transactions and ...

Strong understanding and able to leverage marketing alternatives and digital origination tools to ... producers, commodities and target prices. * Ensure crop tours are made through the assigned ...

Strong understanding and able to leverage marketing alternatives and digital origination tools to ... producers, commodities and target prices. * Ensure crop tours are made through the assigned ...

Merchandiser (Abilene, KS)

Abilene, KS

$15.25 - $18/hr

... origination, marketing and execution within an assigned product line and/or for an assigned group of customers. The key objective of this position is to procure commodities, gain market information ...

Merchandiser (Abilene, KS)

Abilene, KS · On-site

$15.25 - $18/hr

... origination, marketing and execution within an assigned product line and/or for an assigned group of customers. The key objective of this position is to procure commodities, gain market information ...

Merchandiser (Abilene, KS)

Abilene, KS · On-site

$15.25 - $18/hr

... origination, marketing and execution within an assigned product line and/or for an assigned group of customers. The key objective of this position is to procure commodities, gain market information ...

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How much do origination commodities jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for origination commodities in the United States is $64,999.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,500.00 and $72,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Origination Commodities vs Commodity Trader?

AspectOrigination CommoditiesCommodity Trader
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in finance, economics, or related fields; certifications like CFA are commonSimilar credentials; often holds finance or economics degrees, with CFA or similar certifications
Work EnvironmentEngages in developing new supply sources, negotiating contracts, and building supplier relationshipsFocuses on buying and selling commodities in markets, managing trading positions, and market analysis
Industry UsageUsed in energy, metals, agriculture sectors for sourcing and contract negotiationsCommon in trading firms, banks, and commodity exchanges for market transactions

While both roles require knowledge of commodities markets and similar credentials, Origination Commodities primarily focus on sourcing and contract development, whereas Commodity Traders concentrate on market trading and position management.

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Infographic showing various Origination Commodities job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,999 per year, or $31.2 per hour.
Managing Director, Power Trading & Origination

Managing Director, Power Trading & Origination

Wells Fargo

Houston, TX • On-site

$400K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago


Wells Fargo rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 698 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

68th of 149 rated banks


Job description

Wells Fargo Corporate & Investment Banking delivers a comprehensivesuite of capital markets, banking, and financial products and services. Atrusted partner to our clients, we provide corporate and transactionalbanking, commercial real estate lending and servicing, investmentbanking, equity and fixed income solutions including sales, trading, andresearch capabilities to corporate, commercial real estate, government,and institutional clients across the globe.

Markets provides solutions to clients with the means to manage their exposure through various derivatives, lending and cash products across Structured Products Group, Macro, Equities, Municipal Products Group, Credit Sales & Trading.

About this role:

Wells Fargo's Commodities group is seeking a Managing Director, Power Trading & Origination to build its power trading desk.

The individual will be responsible for managing the operational build-out of a financially settled and physically settled power desk, with an initial geographic focus on US markets (including PJM, ERCOT, MISO, CAISO, NYISO, ISO-NE, and SPP). As products are launched, the individual will also be responsible for hiring a team for the sales and trading activities of the power desk. The position will require close coordination with Wells Fargo's quant, legal, tech, credit, market risk, and compliance partners to successfully launch products associated with power trading, complementing its existing financial and physical trading desks for energy, metals, and softs.

In this role, you will:

  • Identify the origination, modeling, portfolio management and all risk management including compliance and operational risk.

  • Lead the strategy and resolution of highly complex initiatives that require an in-depth evaluation.

  • Complete work in accordance with all risk management, compliance and business process expectations.

  • Provide vision, direction and expertise to more experienced leadership on implementing innovative and significant business solutions.

  • Make decisions requiring solid understanding of policies, procedures and compliance requirements.

  • Conduct due diligence and portfolio administration as necessary and provide research on relevant industry trends.

  • Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues and mid-level to more experienced managers to resolve issues and achieve goals.

  • Lead projects, teams or serve as a peer mentor.

Required Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of power trading, origination, and/or operations experience or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

  • Knowledge and understanding of business development: business vision, strategies, and goals

  • Experience with trading physical commodities within the financial services industry

  • A master's degree or higher in accounting, finance, or economics

  • Strong, clear and concise written and oral communication skills

  • Strong financial background in capital markets

  • Experience building partnerships and consulting effectively with leadership

  • Ability to make timely and independent judgment decisions while working in a fast-paced and results-driven environment

Job Expectations:

  • Ability to travel up to 20% of the time

  • Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities or personal investing; affected employees will be expected to provide information to the Wells Fargo Personal Account Dealing Team and abide by applicable policy requirements if hired. Information will be shared about expectations during the recruitment process.

  • Visa sponsorship is not available

Posting Locations:

  • 500 West 33rd St. - New York, New York 10001

  • 1000 Louisiana St. - Houston, Texas 77002

Pay Range:

New York City-Pay Range: $400,000-$400,000

Pay Range

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.

$290,000.00 - $500,000.00

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. VisitBenefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

  • Health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Critical caregiving leave
  • Discounts and savings
  • Commuter benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Scholarships for dependent children
  • Adoption reimbursement

Posting End Date:

11 Jul 2026

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Equal Opportunity

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit's risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visitDisability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.


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Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a leading financial services company that has approximately $1.9 trillion in assets, proudly serves one in three U.S. households and more than 10% of small businesses in the U.S., and is a leading middle market banking provider in the U.S. We provide a diversified set of banking, investment and mortgage products and services, as well as consumer and commercial finance, through our four reportable operating segments: Consumer Banking and Lending, Commercial Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, and Wealth & Investment Management. Wells Fargo ranked No. 41 on Fortune's 2022 rankings of America's largest corporations. In the communities we serve, the company focuses its social impact on building a sustainable, inclusive future for all by supporting housing affordability, small business growth, financial health and a low-carbon economy.

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Finance and insurance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Francisco, CA, US

Year founded

1852

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