Company Overview
Great Lakes Greenhouses Inc. is a 118-acre cucumber farm and one of the largest Organic greenhouses in North America with 32 acres of Organics. Based in Leamington, Ontario, Great Lakes Greenhouses was founded in 1983 at which time it consisted of 2.5 acres of greenhouses, under glass. Still family owned and operated, we specialize in long English seedless cucumbers, not only making us the largest single-site cucumber grower and packer in North America, but globally as well.
Great Lakes is looking to add an Energy Trader to our growing team. Candidate will have a minimum of 3 years experience as an Energy Trader and have a strong fundamentals in Canadian/US Natural Gas and Electricity markets.
Summary
We are seeking a Trader to join our dynamic team at Great Lakes Greenhouses. In this role, you will be responsible for managing trading activities related to our hydroponic cucumber production, ensuring optimal pricing strategies and market positioning to enhance profitability.
Responsibilities
- Understand and trade within Canadian/US Natural Gas and Electricity markets
- Display creativity within your trading execution
- Ability to read and/or understand market opportunities and programs
Requirements
- University Degree in Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, Actuarial Science or related discipline would be an asset
- Minimum three (3) years trading experience in North American markets would be an asset
- Experience with Excel, especially in building and maintaining various complex financial pricing models
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- CFA or related designation an asset
Compensation: Industry competitive salary
Please note that Great Lakes Greenhouses lnc. has accommodation processes and policies in place and provides accommodation for employees with disabilities. lf you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or documented medical need, please contact the Human Resource Office so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodation to be put into place.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Competitive
Schedule: Days
Job Type: Full-time
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Leamington, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Trading: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person