Job Information
BP Americas, Inc. Trading Operations Team Lead in Houston, Texas
Entity:
Supply, Trading & Shipping
Job Family Group:
Supply & Trading Group
Job Description:
About Us
Our purpose is to bring together people, energy and markets to power and navigate a changing world. In a time of constant change and possibility we need new talent to pursue commercial opportunities, fueled by world-class insight and expertise. We’re always striving for more innovative digital solutions, sustainable outcomes and closer collaboration across our company and beyond, and you could be part of that too. Together we continue to grow as the world’s leading energy company!
About the role
The Trading Operations team sits within ST&S Refining and Products Trading Americas. You will lead a team of Operators, working closely with commercial teams to deliver safe, compliant, and commercially focused operations that optimize supply chain performance and drive value for bp.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure safe, compliant, and commercial operations supporting the products trading and supply business, including operating within delegated authorities and meeting HSE, regulatory, and compliance standards.
Enhance commercial performance by delivering outstanding operations, preventing profit/exposure loss, and capturing value-add and optimization opportunities.
Provide oversight of operational compliance and data integrity, ensuring accurate execution of core processes.
Ensure delivery of, and adherence to, the Global Operational Framework, aligned to bp’s strategy and risk management.
Own key internal and external interfaces, representing Operations in new business integration and ongoing stakeholder engagement.
Drive continuous improvement and champion digital innovation to strengthen operational performance and efficiency.
Create a positive impact across wider RPT Operations by providing coaching, mentoring, training, and development across the operations organization.
Essential Education, experience and requirements
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
Demonstrate a track record of strong leadership skills.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to lead cross-function, cross-business, or cross-regional team.
Desired experience and requirements
Prior experience in trading operations; exposure to NGLs markets is a strong advantage.
Proven ability to manage and identify key issues in a complex situation, adapt quickly using the resources available to lead the Operations team and work with stakeholders through changes effectively.
Demonstrate ability to drive commercial value within the organization. Understanding of risk management and financial impacts.
Previous exposure to a fast pace, high energy trading environment.
Understanding of wider bench portfolio and strategy a plus.
Why join bp:
At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to encouraging an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.
There are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, and excellent retirement benefits, among others!
Travel Requirement
Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role
Relocation Assistance:
Relocation may be negotiable for this role
Remote Type:
This position is a hybrid of office/remote working
Skills:
Ancillary cost management, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Competitor intelligence, Customer service delivery excellence, Demurrage, Developing and implementing strategy, Group Problem Solving, Influencing, Inventory Management, Listening, Marine assurance, Mentoring, Negotiating, Shipping/transport, Supply chain management, Trade discipline and compliance, Trading and scheduling operations, Trading Fundamentals, Sentiment and Trends, Trading knowledge, Troubleshooting, Voyage operations
Legal Disclaimer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us .
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