Energy Trade and Biofuels Specialist

This is a dynamic position that will play a crucial role in Eni’s Net Zero 2050 strategy. The successful candidate will have strong academic credentials and significant experience in oil trading environments.

The Operations Manager will be responsible for managing day-to-day operations, including handling cargo documentation, bills of lading, inspection activities related to quality and quantity controls, letters of credit, demurrage management, voyage orders, customs duties and clearance issues, storage management, ship-to-ship operations, blending, REACH provisions and requirements, and cargo insurance matters.

• Manage supply and delivery/loading schedules with internal and external counterparties, ensuring timely and accurate nomination of ship/cargo date ranges to meet trading objectives, while seeking optimisation and ensuring compliance.
• Nominate inspection companies (e.g. independent inspectors) for cargo quality and quantity controls and ensure consistency in the results obtained.
• Manage storage locations, including stock reconciliations.
• Carry out post-deal activities such as customs clearance, demurrage and claims, ensuring all necessary operational information is communicated in good time.
• Perform tasks and duties in a timely and accurate manner, in accordance with the company's procedures and Risk Control Matrix.
• Ensure all operational data is entered into the trading/operations system in a timely and accurate manner, maintaining up-to-date records to facilitate effective information flow.
• Maintain and handle all operational records appropriately, in line with internal control guidelines and SOX requirements.
• Interface daily with internal teams including operations, traders, charterers, shipping, invoicing, claims, demurrage and legal, fostering strong working relationships across departments.
• Act as a point of contact for internal and external issues, and actively participate in team meetings to escalate and resolve operational concerns.
• Be available to manage critical issues outside regular office hours. This role may require attention during evenings or weekends from time to time.

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced professional who possesses excellent analytical skills, strategic thinking and practical problem-solving abilities.

• Strong academic credentials with a numeracy-oriented specialisation.
• Significant experience in an oil trading environment and multi-commodity operational management is essential; experience in biofuels or oil products is considered an advantage.
• Proficiency in handling cargo documentation, bills of lading, inspection activities related to quality and quantity controls, letters of credit, demurrage management, voyage orders, customs duties and clearance issues, storage management, ship-to-ship operations, blending, REACH provisions and requirements and cargo insurance matters.
• Good knowledge of commodity and vessel operations, including cargoes, time charters, voyage charters and ships.
• Full command of the English language (written and spoken).
• Analytical mindset, strategic thinking and practical problem-solving skills.
• Innovative, proactive and efficient approach to work.
• Dedicated and results-oriented work ethic.
• Strong attention to detail; organised, structured and logical.
• Awareness of credit recovery processes, procedures, and compliance policies.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build and maintain effective relationships both internally and externally.
• Strong team player, capable of working with minimal supervision and leading activities when required.
• Experience working in a global and international organisation.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in a rapidly changing environment; self-disciplined and resilient under pressure.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

We offer a range of benefits that make us an attractive employer:

• Impactful work: Join a team that plays a crucial role in Eni’s Net Zero 2050 strategy.
• Collaborative culture: Experience a truly multicultural, supportive, and dynamic work environment.
• Career growth: Rapid learning opportunities with potential for movement across teams and international roles.
• Work-life balance: Enjoy a balanced lifestyle with a comprehensive benefits package that may include health, well-being, and flexible working options.