Commodity Trading & Value Chain Optimization Manager

Drive improvement across commodity trading and downstream value chains.

As a Commodity Trading & Value Chain Optimization Manager, you will lead client work focused on improving performance across trading, logistics, and adjacent operations.

This role is suited for candidates with experience in commodity trading, downstream operations, and optimization program delivery.

Recruiting for this role ends on 12/31/2026.

Work you'll do

As a Commodity Trading & Value Chain Optimization Manager on the Enterprise Operations & Risk team, you will be responsible for:


* Lead client workstreams focused on commodity trading and value chain optimization


* Manage teams, project plans, and client stakeholders across commercial and operational improvement efforts


* Develop recommendations and value cases tied to margin, performance, and business objectives


* Support proposals, solution materials, and other business development activities


* Coach junior team members and help strengthen Deloitte's commodity solutions capabilities

A successful candidate would possess these skills:


* Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team


* Effective written and verbal communication skills


* Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product


* Ability to build and sustain professional relationships


* Ability to lead projects or workstreams


* Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment


* Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor


* Ability to meet deadlines


* Ability to mentor and provide clear guidance to others

The team

Our Enterprise Operations & Risk practice helps clients improve operations, manage risk, and create value across the commodity value chain.

We combine industry knowledge, operational experience, and analytical insight to help organizations improve execution and performance.

Qualifications

Required:


* Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, or Operations


* 10+ years of experience in commodity trading, downstream oil and gas, value chain operations, or consulting


* Experience leading commercial or operational optimization programs in refining, shipping, storage, marketing, or trading operations


* Experience defining performance metrics, building value cases, or measuring margin or operational improvement


* Experience leading cross-functional teams through process, system, or operating model changes


* Ability to travel 75%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.


* Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Preferred:


* Experience in a consulting or advisory role within a global or matrixed organization


* Experience building financial models to quantify value and benefits


* Experience...