Trading Executive in Petrochemical Commodities

Job description / Role

Procure petrochemical materials such as sulphur, methanol and fiber Intermediates (including PX,
PTA, MEG and PET) through supplier development.

Add value by exercising embedded commercial and logistical deal options and by a pro-active approach to problem solving.

Seek to generate joint ventures to produce petrochemical products which are competitive in terms of price and quality. Provide proposal and action plan of sourcing petrochemical products including necessary investments in facilities.

Enhance and maintain good relationships with counterparties, suppliers and partners.

Develop business plans and strategies to increase market shares.

Arrange for the effective transportation and distribution methods;

Conduct market research and monitor key competitors activities.

Participate in out-of-hours coverage arrangements.

Requirements

Degree in Refining and Chemical Engineering or equivalent.

Minimum 6 years relevant purchasing experience with a proven record in petrochemical industry.

Prior experience in handling procurement or trading of petrochemical materials such as sulphur, ethanol and fiber Intermediates will be an added advantage.

Must have good supplier contact portfolio in the Middle East market.

Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
Good understanding of energy markets and related derivatives markets.
Good negotiation and networking skills.

About the Company

PetroChina International (Middle East) Co. Ltd. (PCIME), a wholly- owned subsidiary of PetroChina International Co. Ltd., was registered in Dubai International Financial Centre in 2010. PCIME is engaged in a broad range of activities including procurement and trading of physical crude oil, refined oil products and petrochemicals, and investing in oil refineries and oil storage facilities. Its main markets cover the Middle East Gulf, Red Sea and East Africa. As a front office in Dubai of PetroChina International Co. Ltd, it handled 24 million metric tons of crude oil, refined products and petrochemical products in 2013. Supported by fast growing China’s market and the market strength, it is expanding quickly in this region and has become one of major market participants.

Why Join Us? PCIME recognises that a competent and high performing workforce is a key competitive advantage to expand and sustain corporate success. PCIME is focused and committed to identifying, attracting and retaining human talents. It will also continue to build on the capabilities, performance and commitment of its employees, devoting resources to harness and enhance its human capital to fuel the company’s growth and ensure that the Company meets future business challenges.