- International Trading-
A well-established Japanese trading house is currently looking for an Oil Trader to join its Amsterdam office.
This position will focus on developing and managing international trading activities within the energy sector. The company is open to candidates with experience in bunker oil trading and/or developing supply structures for next-generation fuels.
You will be responsible for developing relationships with suppliers and customers, negotiating commercial terms, monitoring market trends and identifying new business opportunities. Depending on your experience, you may also play a key role in establishing new supply chains for alternative and next-generation fuels.
The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in oil, bunker fuel, energy or international commodity trading, with strong commercial and relationship-building skills. Japanese language skills are not required.
(Ref: KA47563 - Please include this when making any enquiries.)

Main Responsibilities
• Develop and manage bunker oil and/or next-generation fuel trading activities
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, customers and business partners internationally
• Negotiate purchasing and sales terms including pricing, specifications and delivery conditions
• Identify new customers, suppliers and business opportunities across international markets
• Develop and establish supply chains for next-generation and alternative fuels
• Monitor energy markets, price movements and industry trends to identify trading opportunities
• Coordinate documentation, transportation, shipping, insurance and other trade-related operations
• Manage commercial issues and provide regular business updates to management

Ideal Candidate
• Professional experience in bunker oil trading, oil trading, energy trading and/or next-generation fuel supply development
• Experience in international trading, business development or commodity sales
• Knowledge of bunker fuels, marine fuels, biofuels, LNG, methanol, ammonia or other alternative fuels would be advantageous
• Experience developing new suppliers, customers or international supply chains
• Strong commercial, negotiation and relationship-building skills
• Business level of fluency in English; Japanese language skills are not required
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred
• Right to work in the Netherlands and willingness to travel internationally

Conditions
Location: Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Working Style: hybrid, 3 days per week in the office
Salary: €3,000-€5,000 per month depending on experience
Job Type: full-time, initial 12-month contract with potential for extension
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00-17:00
Start: negotiable
Benefits: travel allowance, health insurance

All applicants for the Oil Trader position must have the right to work in the Netherlands without any restrictions as the Company is not able to offer visa support.