Carbon Sales Trader

1 week ago


Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya BURN Manufacturing Full time
Carbon Sales Trader Carbon Sales Trader

BURN designs, manufactures, and distributes fuel-efficient cooking products that save lives and forests in the developing world.

BURN has revolutionized the global cookstove sector by proving the business case for selling high-quality, locally manufactured and unsubsidized cookstoves.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Carbon Sales Team as a Carbon Sales Trader. As an integral part of our team, you will have the autonomy to oversee and execute trading strategies within voluntary and compliant carbon markets.

You will leverage your expertise to capitalize on market opportunities and mitigate risks, developing trading strategies and executing physical trades in compliance with BURN's trade policies.

Key Responsibilities
  • Execute daily spot, monthly, and term trades per company policy
  • Evaluate and respond to RFP opportunities
  • Engage internal stakeholders in verifying contract terms and provisions
  • Negotiate contract terms and provisions for selling
  • Provide timely support to the Head of Carbon Sales
  • Analyze market information and trends to inform trading strategies
  • Develop and implement trading strategies to achieve best economic outcomes
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with counterparties, traders, and brokers
  • Provide periodic presentations to senior management
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify and grow opportunities
  • Manage and monitor sales practices and tools to support repeatable, scalable sales processes
Requirements
  • Post-secondary education in business, economics, finance, or equivalent experience
  • 5 or more years of experience in commodities trading
  • Experience in energy markets analysis, ideally carbon markets
  • Supply chain management experience
  • Highly proficient in MS Office: Word, Excel, Outlook
  • An entrepreneurial and commercial mindset with strong negotiation, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
  • Solid experience with CRM software and MS Office
  • A laser-like attention to detail
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in international English
  • Comfortable engaging senior stakeholders and closing deals with large companies
  • Ability to work collaboratively across multiple country offices and departments
About BURN

BURN is a leading manufacturer and distributor of fuel-efficient cooking products that save lives and forests in the developing world.



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