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Financial / Basis Trader

2 months ago


Houston, United States BASF Corporation Full time
Now hiring Financial Trader

Ensure you read the information regarding this opportunity thoroughly before making an application.

Houston, TX - Hybrid (3 Days on site, 2 working remotely)

Relocation package available

Come create chemistry with us

We are seeking a professional like you who is passionate about the fast-paced and ever-changing world of natural gas. As a Financial / Basis Trader, you will build and maintain a fundamental model of US Gas flows (with a focus on the US Gulf Coast) and identify, execute, & manage financial basis trades in the forward market, using market insights and this extensive analytical framework. Your trade positions will include physical and financial natural gas flat price and basis risk (an additional understanding of financial options is preferred). You will work hand in hand with dedicated physical traders and supply & transportation origination efforts.

This is an excellent opportunity for you to showcase your passion for problem solving, nimbleness, and strong understanding of risk/reward. Your dedication to success and discipline will help the gas team manage risk, maximize profits, and ensure natural gas supply for all BASF sites in North America. Your contribution is one of the first steps in creating chemistry for a sustainable future and directly impacts BASF’s bottom line.

As a Financial Trader, you create chemistry by...

Building and maintaining a regional Flow Model intended to capture regional supply/demand balances and forecast End of Season storage levels across prompt and future gas seasons.
Understanding and being able to project forward Natural Gas supply and demand balances, market trends, and other derived insights.
Possessing the ability to develop a Point of View (encompassing the flow model & market insights), identifying actionable trade ideas, and executing on the trade ideas generated to manage physical & financial natural gas price risk, and generate profits.
Being adept at framing trade opportunities from a probabilistic perspective, providing scenario analysis to support trading decisions, and evaluations of risks to trading positions. As well as utilizing knowledge of options to assist in developing hedging strategies.
Fostering a collaborative, team-oriented workstyle, with a willingness to professionally engage in dialogue and debate with colleagues.
Employing strong verbal and written communication skills to ensure clear and effective communications of market fundamentals, positions, and results.
If you...

Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or similar discipline. Advanced degree is a plus.
Have a minimum of 10 years of relevant commodity experience, with a minimum of 3 years of Natural Gas fundamentals experience.
Demonstrate a strong ability to manage large datasets and multiple market intelligence data sources
Have proficiency in Excel, Structured Query Language (SQL) or Visual Basic for Applications (VBA)
Exhibit a strong working knowledge of North American natural gas fundamentals, an extensive knowledge of US intra and interstate pipelines (especially the Texas/Gulf Coast), and knowledge of Texas/Mexico cross border gas flow dynamics.
Possess a proven ability to identify trade structures that extract value using a fundamentals-based market view, augmented with technical analysis to time entry and exits
Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more
About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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Equal employment opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.