Peninsula

Graduate Trading Programme

Peninsula  •  Houston, TX (Onsite)  •  17 days ago
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Job Description

Graduate Trading Programme

Department: Sales & Marketing

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Houston


We are offering a 2 Year Graduate Trading Programme with multiple openings across Houston, Singapore, Geneva, Monaco and Gibraltar/Las Palmas in partnership with the Danish Shipping Academy.
Graduates will learn the fundamentals of working at Peninsula and Bunkering basics with exposure across Risk Management Sales, Supply, Claims and Sales Trading all whilst gaining on-desk experience.

There will also be the opportunity to complete a 1.5 month placement across another commercial location worldwide, providing a 360 understanding of Peninsula and how we operate in the context of the wider industry.

On completion, you will receive a Danish Shipping Education Diploma after passing 4 in person modules and webinars alongside the professional hands-on experience.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Pro-actively market to a portfolio of new & existing customers, establish and build relationships with a view to increasing enquiries and selling the products and services of Peninsula;
  • Openly communicate with other traders to maximise the efficient flow of market and customer intelligence throughout the company and fully support international colleagues in actively and diligently working inbound enquiries from other regional offices around the Peninsula Group;
  • Understand, analyse and interpret market conditions, identify counterparty needs, provide product and price information, negotiate deals and prepare and process orders, handle administration and general customer queries relating to the sales process;
  • Develop and expand the Company’s business portfolio by leveraging the Group’s global network and ensuring that all sales opportunities are identified and maximised.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s (minimum 2:1) or Master’s degree completed in the last 2 years, ideally in Maritime, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, Physics or Business
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong level of Excel
  • Demonstrable interest in Commodities, Shipping or Financial markets (extra-curricular activities, work experience, internships)
  • Professional level of English
Peninsula

About Peninsula

Peninsula is a global leader in the supply of marine fuels and a trusted partner to over 2,000 customers worldwide. With an international network of offices and operations in all major world ports, we deliver marine energy solutions through multiple physical supply stations and a comprehensive global trading network. Peninsula performs over 25,000 deliveries per year, ensuring seamless, reliable fuel supply to the global fleet.

Our commitment to transparency, risk management, and operational excellence has earned the trust of a wide range of stakeholders, reinforcing our position as a leading marine energy supplier. With recent expansions into Abu Dhabi, Jebel Ali, and Houston, Peninsula continues to strengthen its physical supply network, ensuring greater flexibility and reliability for customers.

We are strong advocates of maritime decarbonisation and actively support the journey to net zero by 2050. Having incorporated LNG and Biofuels into our product range, we continue to explore the viability of all alternative fuel options, aligning with the evolving needs of the shipping industry.

Through initiatives like active participation in industry working groups such as ISO 8217, Peninsula is at the forefront of alternative fuel development and bunker quality standards.

As global regulations evolve, we remain fully aligned with frameworks such as FuelEU Maritime and the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS), helping our customers navigate compliance while achieving their own decarbonisation goals.

Peninsula – Energy Flowing

Industry
Oil, Gas & Mining
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Gibraltar, GI
Year Founded
1996
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