LNG Bunker Trader Europe

Within the Global Small-Scale LNG team (15 people between traders and operators based in Geneva), you will lead the commercial development of LNG bunkering activities in Europe, delivering LNG as marine fuel to international shipping customers. You will operate across key European hubs, leveraging existing LNG Bunkering Vessels (currently operating in Rotterdam and Marseille) and subscribed terminal capacities. As the fleet expands in the coming years, you will play a central role in scaling the business and strengthening our position in the European marine LNG market. This role sits at the crossroads of commercial development, physical trading, operations and risk management. You will contribute directly to P&L performance while ensuring robust governance, compliance and risk discipline within your delegation of authority. The LNG bunkering market is a fast-evolving global business serving international maritime transportation. It plays a key role in the decarbonization of shipping in line with IMO and FuelEU Maritime regulations. As a trader in this space, you will require a strong understanding of industry trends, regulatory developments, customer dynamics and competitive positioning. The role requires agility, international exposure and the ability to operate effectively across multiple cultures and offices. Commercial Development & Market Prospection * Actively develop LNG bunkering sales across Europe (spot and short-term transactions, up to 1-year duration) * Prospect and manage relationships with shipping companies, shipowners, brokers/traders and key market participants * Anticipate and respond to tenders in the European LNG bunkering market * Identify and structure solutions supporting customers in their energy transition, including bio-LNG Trading, Structuring & Negotiation * Structure, price and negotiate indicative and firm offers * Maximize commercial value while managing pricing exposure and hedging strategies (multi-million USD exposure) * Contribute to long‑term tenders in coordination with internal stakeholders * Develop innovative commercial solutions, including partnerships when relevant Operational & Cross-Functional Coordination * Work closely with operations teams on feasibility, scheduling, physical deliveries and claims * Optimize margin and manage impacts linked to scheduling changes or operational constraints * Support the development of new bunker hubs and counterparties (operational setup, contractual review, regulatory and customs framework) * Contribute to service provider tenders and commercial negotiations Governance, Compliance & Reporting * Operate within defined credit, risk and compliance mandates * Implement contracts and customers in internal systems * Contribute to reporting, market intelligence and knowledge-sharing within the team Promote HSE standards, report anomalies and share best practices * 10+ years of experience in commodity trading and/or hedge fund environments * Mandatory experience in marine bunkering * LNG trading experience is highly valuable * Strong knowledge of physical trading, hedging mechanisms and international commodity contracts * Proven ability to operate in high‑paced, volatile markets with direct P&L responsibility * Strong commercial acumen and relationship management skills * Rigorous, self‑driven and proactive mindset * Comfortable operating within governance frameworks and delegation of authority * Ability to travel and work in a highly international environment * Fluent in English (French is a plus) CISI certification (Derivatives & UK Financial Regulation) will be required to operate under delegation of authority. Why Join Us? You will join a growing LNG bunkering platform at the forefront of maritime decarbonization. The role offers direct commercial exposure, significant responsibility, and the opportunity to contribute to the expansion of a strategic European LNG marine fuel business supported by tangible assets and fleet growth. TotalEnergies Gas and Power (TGP) is the trading arm of TotalEnergies in the field of low carbon energies (mainly gas, LNG and power). As such it operates in fast-evolving market dynamics influenced by internal and external factors that require constant adaptation and evolution. Uncertainties specific to the trading environment (volatility of prices, supply & demand mismatches) are coupled with those coming from the broader energy sector (climate change policies, changes in the energy mix, developments of new energy sources, etc). In such context TGP helps to ensure growth and profitability to a key segment of the business in order to reach the objective of Carbon Neutrality by 2050. #J-18808-Ljbffr