Gas Trader
NRG Energy, Inc.
Princeton, NJ
JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Princeton, NJ
POSTED
30+ days ago
We offer a dynamic work environment and a unified and inclusive culture. NRG fosters a strong sense of belonging that leads to better collaboration and business performance. Our company programs are designed to help employees develop the skills they need for success now and in the future. In everything we do, we aim to champion our employees and bring value to our customers, investors and society.
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The Natural Gas Trader will be responsible for identifying and transacting physical gas trading opportunities within the Gulf Coast, Midcon West and surrounding regions that enhance the portfolio and provide economic benefits to the company. This role involves analyzing market trends, executing trades, and developing strategies to maximize profitability while managing risk. This individual’s focus is to collaborate with other traders as well as the origination team to profitably grow our gas business, provide input into the evaluation as well as facilitate the execution of structured transactions (i.e., asset management arrangements, capacity related transactions, cross commodity price structures, etc.). The ideal candidate is able to utilize a strong working knowledge of the US physical and financial natural gas markets within the Gulf Coast Midcon, West and surrounding regions to generate profits as well as to capture arbitrage opportunities. He or she must have an understanding and working knowledge of the natural gas infrastructure, including pipeline flows, production and storage assets, and other factors that impact/ affect commodity prices within the identified area.
Key Accountabilities:
1. Analyze market conditions, price trends and supply-demand dynamics for natural gas in the Gulf Coast, Midcon, West and surrounding regions.
2. Develop and implement strategies to capitalize on market opportunities and achieve financial targets.
3. Monitor regional and global energy market developments and assess their impact on region.
4. Identity new markets and opportunities that provide growth potential in the Gulf Coast, Midcon and West
Responsibilities:
1. Execute physical and financial gas trades to support and advance the company’s natural gas business objectives in the Gulf Coast, Midcon, West and surrounding regions.
2. Negotiate trade terms with counterparties, including commodity pricing, volume, and delivery requirements and ensure that all trades executed comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.
3. Work with the various teams within NRG to develop unique product offerings and provide exceptional services to customers and counterparties.
4. Identify and assess market risks associated with trading activities.
5. Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate exposure to price fluctuations and other market risk.
6. Monitor and manage trading positions to align with risk management policies.
7. Track and report on trading performance, including profit and loss, and market positions.
8. Analyze trading results and provide recommendations for future trading strategies.
9. Ensure adherence to all relevant regulations, industry standards and company policies.
10. Maintain accurate records of trading activities for audit and compliance purposes.
11. Work with other NRG staff to effectively maximize the company’s position and strategy in the market, including participation in market regulatory and policy directions.
12. Comply with all laws and regulations as well as internal NRG policies.
Skills:
1. Proficient in trading platforms, market analysis tools and modeling.
2. Strong analytical skills to interpret market data.
3. Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
4. Ability to work under pressure and make decisions in a challenging environment.
5. Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements for gas trading.
Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Engineering, or a related field with a minimum 3-5 years of work experience in natural gas trading or a related field with a focus on physical gas markets.
2. Strong understanding of natural gas markets, financial products, physical pipeline flows within the Gulf Coast, Midcon, West and surrounding regions and structured transactions.
3. Existing strong relationships with key counterparties a significant plus.
NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.
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About the Company
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NRG Energy, Inc.
In Princeton, NJ—just 20 miles south of Thomas Edison's home—lies the headquarters of NRG Energy, Inc., a Fortune 500 company thatowns and operates one of the country's largest power generation and retail electricity businesses. NRG sells electricity directly to morethan 2 million customers through our retail businesses, Energy Plus, Green Mountain Energy Company, Independence Energy and Reliant,and is capable of generating enough electricity from our power plants to supply more than 20 million homes. NRG is at the forefront of changing how people think about and use energy. We are pioneers in developing cleaner and smarter energy choices for our customers: whether as one of the largest solar power developers in the country, or by building the first privately funded electric vehicle charging infrastructure or by giving customers thelatest smart energy solutions to better manage their energy use. With renewable energy development, electric vehicle support and smart grid technology, NRG delivers innovative solutions that help people, businesses and communities build a sustainable future. For more information, visit nrgenergy.com.
COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employeesINDUSTRY
Energy and Utilities
FOUNDED
1989
WEBSITE
http://www.nrgenergy.com