Sr Trading Analyst – Freight
| Company | Suncor |
|---|---|
| Location | Houston, TX, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
| Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Maritime Studies, or a related discipline (Master’s degree preferred).
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in freight analysis or trading, ideally within commodities, shipping, or energy sectors.
- Deep understanding of global freight markets, vessel economics, and core trading principles.
- Proficiency in data analysis tools and programming languages such as Excel, Python, SQL, or similar.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex data to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of thriving under pressure in a high-stakes trading environment.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze freight market trends, vessel supply/demand dynamics, and geopolitical developments to deliver actionable intelligence.
- Provide real-time analysis and scenario modeling to support commercial strategy and risk assessments.
- Develop and maintain robust data models leveraging AIS, port data, commodity flows, and macroeconomic indicators to forecast freight rate movements.
- Contribute to the development of trading strategies, including spread and arbitrage analysis across vessel classes and global regions.
- Produce concise market reports, P&L summaries, and performance dashboards for internal stakeholders and senior leadership.
- Work cross-functionally with chartering, risk, operations, and finance teams to ensure alignment and transparency across trading activities.
- Build and enhance analytical tools, models, and dashboards using platforms such as Excel, Python, SQL, and Power BI.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree preferred.