RWE Supply & Trading GmbH, Swindon branch
To start as soon as possible, full time / part time, permanent
About the role
Are you ready to shape the future of dry bulk trading? At RWE Supply & Trading, you’ll have the chance to anchor and grow our Panamax agricultural freight book, making the most of market dislocations and core flows from one of Europe’s largest energy portfolios. You’ll play a strategic, P&L-driven role, empowered by our financial strength and a collaborative, entrepreneurial team environment.
Join us as we expand our agricultural freight market exposure. Here, you’ll connect global commodity flows, deploy sharp market insights, and work with experts across commodity markets. This is a rare opportunity to build something significant and unlock new value across the supply chain.
1. Lead and grow our Panamax agricultural trading book with full commercial autonomy
2. Leverage RWE’s extensive coal and biomass flows to optimise fleet utilisation and capture cross-commodity trading opportunities
3. Identify and seize arbitrage, using a blend of fundamental supply-demand analysis, crop cycles, and technical trading strategies
4. Build and nurture a network of shipowners, operators, brokers, and grain charterers, bringing on and off-market deals to the table
5. Take high-conviction risks within an advanced risk management framework, ensuring robust performance and P&L growth
6. Collaborate closely with internal desks—including Biomass, and Grain—to drive integrated trading strategies and innovation
7. Play a visible role in shaping the future direction of the desk, with support and resources to make your mark
Job requirements and experience
8. Demonstrated success trading Panamax or Supramax freight, with substantial experience in agricultural or grain market flows
9. Strong commercial acumen; thrive on identifying value, structuring win-win deals, and navigating volatility
10. Experience managing risk using both FFAs and physical contracts, with the ability to blend optionality and strategy
11. Proficiency in voyage calculations, arbitrage, and fundamentals-driven trade idea generation
12. Active network in the global grain and dry bulk markets, with established relationships across shipowners, charterers, and brokers
13. Courage to challenge the status quo, a collaborative mindset, and a drive to create measurable commercial impact
Advantageous, but not essential
14. Experience with IMOS and Endur systems
15. Skills in Python or quantitative modelling to enhance market analysis and risk assessment
Further we welcome applications from individuals who may not be able to commit to full-time roles. At RWEST, finding the right person for the job is our top priority, and we are willing to explore flexible arrangements.
Your benefits
We want to ensure your time with us is fulfilling and rewarding. We offer a comprehensive package designed to support your well-being as well as your personal and professional growth. Here’s what you can look forward to:
16. The chance to build and lead a high-impact book at t Europe’s energy trading powerhouse
17. A flexible, empowering work environment that genuinely supports part-time and hybrid working at senior trading levels
18. A highly competitive salary and performance-linked bonus directly tied to your achievements
19. Relocation support to the UK, including visa sponsorship if needed
20. Continuous opportunities for learning, development, and making your mark on a market in motion
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Any questions? Contact HR: Steph Turi, stephanie.turi@