Renewable Products Trader

Are you our next creator of change?

Do you want to be part of a team creating clean fuel solutions and supporting energy security? At Neste, you will be working for the world’s leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel. Together we will accelerate transformation for a more sustainable future.

We are looking for you,

Renewable Products Trader,

to join our Renewable Products Sales & Trading team in our Houston, TX office.

In this role, you will focus on generating renewable diesel sales and trading opportunities with market participants and aligning regional supply and demand with the Neste global portfolio. You will work closely with members of the Renewable Products Sales & Trading team as well as collaborate with functional teams including supply chain management, risk management, operations, and logistics among others.

On the Sales & Trading team, you will generate sales and trading opportunities and corresponding risk management solutions that enhance Neste’s market participation and profitability, negotiate 3rd party purchases and sales, collaborate with the team to manage term obligations, develop relationships with market participants and work collaboratively with operations and logistics to ensure proper takeaway and logistics capacity.

You will follow renewables markets, prices, supply & demand balances, and legislation in order to anticipate short and medium term opportunities and threats to dynamically adapt sales & trading offers. You will strengthen Neste’s position in key Americas markets while increasing optionality by leveraging your trading capabilities.  You will play an important role on the sales & trading team to identify and realize Neste’s growth ambitions as a key supplier of renewable fuel and related services across the Americas.

Together with you and your expertise, we can make an impact today and keep our promises for tomorrow.

Reasons to join

Real impact right now.  We work in an inspiring and evolving business environment, where everything we do serves one purpose: to create a healthier planet for our children. To drive a growing impact as a global leader in renewable and circular solutions we live by our values every day; we care, we have courage, we cooperate.

Safety and caring.  We value safety always and everywhere. We want our work to feel good and do good. At Neste, we nurture a culture where everyone is welcome and feels safe, respected and encouraged to be their unique true selves.

Exciting growth. Transformation brings new possibilities and fosters our courage and curiosity. As a global growing company we support personal development with versatile learning and career opportunities. Collaboration is the key, and we believe in flexible, smart ways of working. 

In addition we offer:

• Competitive compensation and bonus program

• 100% company-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family

• 401(k) retirement plan with 7% company match (after 90 days)

• Paid leave

• Hybrid way of working:  3 days in office, 2 days remote

• A caring and supportive group of colleagues who share Neste’s values:  We Care, We Have Courage, and We Cooperate

More about the job

Your role in our team will be to:

• Generate sales & trading opportunities and corresponding risk management solutions that enhance Neste’s market participation and profitability. 

• Contribute to sales and trading team performance by leveraging trading capabilities to increase optionality and actively managing trading and risk positions.

• Identify and realize Neste growth ambitions and opportunities as key supplier of Renewable Diesel and related services in the US and across the Americas.

• Coordinate and drive optimal volume balance and flexibility across sales channels to maximize profitability.

• Develop and grow lasting commercial relationships with external counterparties. 

• Originate new sales & trading business through expansion of our counterparty base (producers, traders, customers, distributors) across the Americas.

• Manage communication and achieve alignment between key stakeholders and internal teams. Support integrated planning to optimize performance for Neste globally. 

 Keys to success in this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, business management or other relevant degree.

• Minimum 5 years of physical trading experience with strong preference in renewable fuels trading; experience with direct / wholesale / rack fuels business in commercial fuel and industrial end customer B2B segments a plus.

• In-depth refining knowledge of feedstocks sourcing, production, distribution and demand dynamics, supported by strong market logistics insight. 

• Strong knowledge of renewables market fundamentals, renewables incentive and sustainability programs, mandate optimization, and renewable credits trading.

• Demonstrated ability to form long-term commercial relationships and negotiate contracts that deliver optimum results to the company.

• Highly collaborative team player and able to build trust and work effectively with internal stakeholders and external counterparties.

• Ability to constructively manage conflict, influence others, and persuade/facilitate resolution.

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to ensure clarity and common understanding.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Let’s get you started

We look forward to receiving your CV and application. The recruitment process will include interviews and aptitude assessment. 

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification “Form I-9” upon hire.  This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. 

Neste in brief

Neste (NESTE, Nasdaq Helsinki) creates clean fuel solutions and supports energy security. The company is the world’s leading producer of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel, enabling its customers to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. Neste refines waste, residues and other renewable raw materials to high-quality renewable fuels at its refineries located on three continents. The company’s annual renewable fuels production capacity will be increased to 6.8 million tons in 2027.

Neste has high standards for sustainability and the company has consistently been recognized by several leading sustainability indices. In 2024, Neste's revenue stood at EUR 20.6 billion. Read more: neste.com