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Risk Analyst

Biourja Trading LLCHouston, Texas, United StatesOnsite
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SUMMARY OF COMPANY:


BioUrja Advisors is the shared services company within BioUrja Group. Established in 2006, BioUrja was initially founded to supply physical bioethanol to the U.S. refining industry, BioUrja has since evolved into a leading supplier of refined petroleum products and natural gas liquids, in addition to maintaining its strong presence in the bioethanol supply and trading sector. We count every major refining company as our customer, as well as most of the largest international trading houses and wholesalers.

We are renowned globally in the energy industry, with a reputation for exceptional service and reliability in delivering physical commodities anywhere.

POSITION SUMMARY:


This role will be to assist in managing company risk and analyzing the Company’s risk posture from time to time.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • Risk Analysis: Conduct thorough analysis of the risks associated with the firm’s commodities portfolio, including price volatility, supply chain disruptions, geopolitical factors, and market trends.
  • Risk Monitoring: Continuously monitor commodity markets and the firm’s trading positions to identify and evaluate potential risks. Develop and maintain risk metrics, dashboards, and reports to communicate risk exposure to senior management.
  • Market Research: Perform in-depth research on global commodity markets, including analyzing economic data, geopolitical events, and industry trends that may impact commodity prices and supply chains.
  • Modeling & Forecasting: Develop and utilize quantitative models to forecast potential market movements and assess the impact of various risk scenarios on the firm's commodities portfolio.
  • Hedging Strategies: Collaborate with the trading team to develop and implement effective hedging strategies to mitigate identified risks, including the use of financial derivatives such as futures, options, and swaps.
  • Compliance & Reporting: Ensure that all risk management activities comply with internal policies and regulatory requirements. Prepare regular risk reports for senior management and regulatory bodies as needed.
  • Stress Testing: Conduct stress testing and scenario analysis to evaluate the firm’s exposure to extreme market events and develop contingency plans.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with traders, risk managers, and other stakeholders to align risk management strategies with business objectives. Provide risk-related insights to support decision-making processes.
  • Technology & Tools: Utilize risk management software, data analytics tools, and trading platforms to enhance risk assessment and monitoring capabilities. 

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICIATIONS:


  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field. A Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., FRM, CFA) is a plus.
  • At least 3-5 years of experience in Energy commodities trading/supply business.
  • Solid understanding of commodities markets, financial derivatives, and hedging strategies.
  • Ability to work independently and coordinate work of others. Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
  • Strong decision-making skills, problem solving analysis, and strong written and verbal communication.
  • Technical Capacity.
  • Risk Modeling.
  • Proficiency with Advance Excel, VBA, SQL tools, and Python a strong plus.
  • Working knowledge of Right-angle, SAP preferred.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.


BENEFITS:


  • Competitive Salary.
  • Comprehensive Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life).
  • 401(k)/ Retirement savings.
  • Friendly Work Environment.
  • Paid-Time Off/Holidays.

EEO STATEMENT:


We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

BioUrja Advisors LLC participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. 


BioUrja Advisors LLC is not currently accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at BioUrja Advisors LLC, via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at BioUrja Advisors LLC in any form without a valid written agreement in place for that specific position will be deemed the sole property of BioUrja Advisors LLC. As a result, no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by BioUrja Advisors LLC.

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Life at Biourja Trading LLC

The BioUrja Group owns and operates multiple businesses in the energy and agricultural commodities sector. With over USD$3 billion in average annual revenues and 30 locations across the USA, Mexico, India, and Singapore, we have been ranked as one of the four largest privately held companies headquartered in the greater Houston area. The Group includes BioUrja Trading (an energy commodities trading company), West Plains (a grain and animal feed ingredient trading and supply company), BioUrja Power (a power trading company specializing in financial transmission rights within electric grids), Energy Alloys Global Solutions (a metal tubing and bar company focused on the oil & gas exploration sector), BioUrja New Town Terminal (a crude oil and frac sand terminal business), BioUrja Port Allen Terminal (an NGL terminal), BioUrja Renewables (our Alcohol Distillation Company) and BioUrja Capital (an investment arm), among others. The companies all share a common entrepreneurial philosophy, with an emphasis on excellence in execution, creative thinking, and absolute integrity.
Thrive Here & What We Value1. Exceptional Service and Reliability in Delivering Physical Commodities2. Celebrated for Setting New Standards in Service and Dependability3. Friendly Work Environment4. Comprehensive Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life)5. Paid Time Off/holidays
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