Power Trader

JD -  Power Trader

Reports to: Power Trading Manager
Location: Suzhou

Job Description:
As a  Power Trader, you will be instrumental in the execution and operational management of the company's power portfolio. You will serve as the primary liaison for third-party service providers and provide critical analytical support to the Power Trading Manager. This role is designed for a detail-oriented professional eager to develop expertise in power market operations and commercial strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Third-Party Provider & Commercial Management:
• Manage day-to-day trading activities and communication with third-party market intelligence suppliers, power generation project operators, and power market service providers.
• Track and verify settlement data, invoices, and performance metrics for all external trading partners.
• Assist in negotiating commercial terms and service agreements with external partners under the guidance of the Power Trading Manager.
• Trading Operations & Data Reporting:
• Collect, validate, and organize power market data (MLT and spot prices, load forecasts, generation schedules) from exchange platforms and internal systems.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly trading performance reports, including P&L summaries, position tracking, and volume analysis.
• Maintain accurate records of all trade confirmations and settlements.
• Manage declaration materials for power station trading centers, including market access applications, UKEY processing and other administrative procedures. 
• Trading Performance Analysis & Enhancement:
• Conduct post-trade analysis to evaluate the effectiveness of executed strategies against market benchmarks.
• Identify operational inefficiencies in the trading workflow and propose process improvements.
• Strategy Research & Monitoring:
• Track regional policy updates and conduct in-depth research on power market rules and mechanisms across provinces. 
• Monitor real-time market conditions, congestion signals, and balancing market alerts.
• Support the Power Trading Manager in back-testing algorithmic strategies and/or arbitrage execution.

Qualifications & Profile:

• Experience: 1-3 years of experience in power trading, dispatch operations, or energy market analysis.
• Education: Bachelor or Master’s degree in Power Engineering, Energy Economics, Finance, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Technical Skills:
• Foundational knowledge of China's power market structure (Medium-to-Long Term, Spot, Capacity and Ancillary Services).
• Hands-on experience with at least one provincial or inter-provincial trading platform.
• Strong proficiency in Excel; familiarity with Python or SQL.
• Knowhow in AI assisted coding and workflow management.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for external vendor liaison.
• High attention to detail and ability to meet strict market deadlines.
• Ability to work under pressure with time management skills to handle urgent requests
• Teamwork spirit