Commodity Quantitative analyst Development Program – Winter and/or Spring/Summer 2024

4 weeks ago

Winnipeg, Canada Patersongrain Full time

Paterson GlobalFoods is excited to introduce our Commodity Quantitative Analyst Program for the Winter and/or Spring/Summer 2024 Co-Op term. This all-encompassing program will provide you the knowledge and skills essential to your future success as a Commodity Quantitative Analyst. You will work closing with the trading team in modelling concepts and developing research that is used in the decision-making process and potential automation of commodity futures and options trading. The ideal candidate will possess excellent critical, strategic, and problem-solving competencies with the motivation and drive to thrive in a fast paced, environment. This program is in its infancy so you will be part of building a team from the ground up when it comes to quantitative futures trading. This program is best suited for individuals looking for potential long-term career growth with Paterson GlobalFoods

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with commodity traders in generating backtests and walk forward testing.
  • Assist the trader(s) in data compilation/scraping.
  • Help develop new ways to model factors that impact commodity market fundamentals.
  • Produce performance reports based of theoretical trading rules/algorithms given by the trader.
  • All testing will focus on commodity futures and options. General market knowledge like bonds or equities would be helpful, as some quant skills would be transferable.
  • Research projects that will help develop decision making for traders.
  • Any other research/data compilation requests by the trader.

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree or greater from the From the U of M in mathematics/statistics or computer science/engineering
  • Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
  • Demonstrated oral, written communication skills, strong persuasion, and negotiation skills.
  • Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment.
  • Motivated and driven to succeed and should have general interest in trading markets.
  • Extremely Proficient in Python.
  • Knowledge of Easylanguage, R, or excel macros and general programming skills.
  • An understanding of statistics/probabilities, and general investment/market trading concepts. With preference (but not required) to Grain and Oilseed commodity futures.
  • Proficient in handling large sets of data and producing performance reports.
  • Assess and quantify risk exposures to portfolios of trades using risk models and statistics.
  • Experience with machine learning, numerical optimization would be beneficial.

To be considered for this role, please apply directly to our website: www.patersongrain.com/careers/

Paterson GlobalFoods Inc. is a family-owned corporation with holdings in Western Canada. Established in 1908, the company has a long history in Canada and currently operates several subsidiaries and divisions within the grain, food, and transportation industries. PGF strives to exceed our customer’s expectations through a commitment to quality, innovation, and personalized service.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Commodity Quantitative analyst Development Program – Winter and/or Spring/Summer 2024

    2 months ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Patersongrain Full time

    Paterson GlobalFoods is excited to introduce our Commodity Quantitative Analyst Program for the Winter and/or Spring/Summer 2024 Co-Op term. This all-encompassing program will provide you the knowledge and skills essential to your future success as a Commodity Quantitative Analyst. You will work closing with the trading team in modelling concepts and...

  • Commodity Quantitative Analyst Development Program

    3 weeks ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Paterson GlobalFoods Full time

    **Responsibilities** - Work closely with commodity traders in generating backtests and walk forward testing. - Assist the trader(s) in data compilation/scraping. - Help develop new ways to model factors that impact commodity market fundamentals. - Produce performance reports based of theoretical trading rules/algorithms given by the trader. - All testing...

  • Day Camp Counsellor

    4 weeks ago

    Winnipeg, Canada YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg Full time

    **Spring Break (March 25-28, 2024) & Summer (July 2-August 30, 2024)** **Term Position, Monday-Friday-up to 40 hours/week** **Various Locations**: **Elmwood-Kildonan Community Hub, 454 Kimberly Ave.** **South Community Hub, 5 Fermor Ave.** **West Portage Community Hub, 3550 Portage Ave.** Do you love working with children? Want to help provide a...

  • Day Camp Counsellor

    4 weeks ago

    Winnipeg, Canada YMCA-YWCA OF WINNIPEG Full time

    **Spring Break (March 25-28, 2024) & Summer (July 2-August 30, 2024)** **Term Position, Monday-Friday-up to 40 hours/week** **Various Locations**: **Elmwood-Kildonan Community Hub, 454 Kimberly Ave.** **South Community Hub, 5 Fermor Ave.** **West Portage Community Hub, 3550 Portage Ave.** Do you love working with children? Want to help provide a...

  • Spring Clean Up Drivers

    6 days ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Con=Trac Corp. Full time

    **SPRING CLEAN UP DIVERS & OPERATORS** Preparing for the season change we are seeking applicants that are experienced and ready to work for City of Winnipeg Spring Clean Up. **CLASS 3 DRIVERS - END DUMP** **Valid License is required as well as a current drivers abstract.** - **HEAT ASSOCIATION SPRING CLEAN UP COURSE REQUIRED BY CITY OF WPG**_ Following...

  • Spring Clean Up Drivers

    4 weeks ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Con=Trac Corp. Full time

    **SPRING CLEAN UP DIVERS & OPERATORS** Preparing for the season change we are seeking applicants that are looking for work when the snow melts and for Winnipeg City Seasonal Clean Up. **CLASS 1 & 3 DRIVERS - END DUMP** **LOADER OPERATORS** **BOBCAT OPERATORS** **WATER TRUCK DRIVERS** - **HEAT ASSOCIATION SPRING CLEAN UP COURSE REQUIRED BY CITY OF...

  • Commodity Taxes Analyst

    2 months ago

    Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Air Canada Full time

    Job Description Description Being part of Air Canada is to become part of an iconic Canadian symbol, recently ranked the best Airline in North America. Let your career take flight by joining our diverse and vibrant team at the leading edge of passenger aviation. We are looking for a highly motivated person for our Winnipeg Commodity Taxes Analyst position....

  • Commodity Taxes Analyst

    2 months ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Air Canada Full time

    **Description** **Being part of Air Canada is to become part of an iconic Canadian symbol, recently ranked the best Airline in North America. Let your career take flight by joining our diverse and vibrant team at the leading edge of passenger aviation.** We are looking for a highly motivated person for our Winnipeg Commodity Taxes Analyst position. This...

  • Commodity Trader Development Program

    2 months ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Paterson GlobalFoods Full time

    **Responsibilities** - Spend time at a grain terminal assisting with facility operations including, truck unloading, rail car shipping and grain cleaning; - Understand Quality Control factors and how they relate to binning and shipping procedures; - Work closely with Marketing Manager in commodity contracting, customer relations and understanding competitive...

  • Camp Director

    3 days ago

    Winnipeg, Canada FortWhyte Alive Full time

    **Job Title**: Camp Director - Summer 2024 - May 6 - August 28 **Supervisor**: Director of Programs **Hours of Work**: Monday through Friday, 8:30 - 4:30 with a rotation of some evenings and weekends **Job Summary**: As a member of the Education Team, the Summer Day Camp Director provides leadership and guidance to the summer camp team of Section...

  • Nfi Group

    3 weeks ago

    Winnipeg, Canada NFI Group Full time

    **Commodity Manager** *** - Reporting to the Director, Strategic Sourcing, the Commodity Manager will be responsible for managing all supplier relationships within assigned commodities. They will also be responsible for executing new sourcing strategies for assigned commodities and identifying and managing cost reduction initiatives within the assigned...

  • New Flyer

    7 days ago

    Winnipeg, Canada New Flyer Full time

    **Commodity Manager** *** Reporting to the Strategic Sourcing Manager, the Commodity Manager will be responsible for managing all supplier relationships within assigned commodities. They will also be responsible for executing new sourcing strategies for assigned commodities and identifying and managing cost reduction initiatives within the assigned...

  • Child Care Assistant- Summer Student

    3 weeks ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Morrow Early Learning and Child Development Full time

    Child Care Assistant - Canada Summer Jobs Morrow Early Learning and Child Development is a multi-site child care program located in the St. Vital area. We are currently seeking summer positions at our preschool and school age locations. Responsibilities include supporting and supervising children in the program. Supporting staff with daily...

  • New Flyer

    2 weeks ago

    Winnipeg, Canada NFI Group Inc. Full time

    **Commodity Manager** **New Flyer** is North America's heavy-duty transit bus leader with various locations in North America. Offering the most advanced product line under the Xcelsior® and Xcelsior CHARGE brands. It also offers infrastructure development through New Flyer Infrastructure Solutions, a service dedicated to providing safe, sustainable, and...

  • Manager, Education

    3 weeks ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Assiniboine Park Conservancy Full time

    **Manager, Education & Programming** **Permanent, Non Union** **Full Time** **About Assiniboine Park Conservancy** Creating the future vision for one of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada’s most prized treasures, Assiniboine Park Conservancy (APC) located at 55 Pavilion Crescent in Winnipeg is the not-for-profit organization that oversees Assiniboine Park’s...

  • Elp Instructor, Workplace Skills Development

    4 weeks ago

    Winnipeg, Canada University of Winnipeg Full time

    **Job Title**: ELP Instructor **Program Name**: Explore Spring/June General Purpose English Summer Explore /July General Purpose English **Course Name**: Workplace Skills Development Workshop **Course Number**: ESHORT-42022 **Start Date**: Spring Session: May 22, 2024 Summer Session: July 3, 2024 **End Date**: Spring Session: June 21, 2024 Summer...

  • Elp Instructor, Workplace Skills Development

    54 minutes ago

    Winnipeg, Canada University of Winnipeg Full time

    **Job Title**: ELP Instructor **Program Name**: Explore Spring/June General Purpose English Summer Explore /July General Purpose English **Course Name**: Workplace Skills Development Workshop **Course Number**: ESHORT-42022 **Start Date**: Spring Session: May 22, 2024 Summer Session: July 3, 2024 **End Date**: Spring Session: June 21, 2024 Summer...

  • Environmental Summer Program Lead

    2 months ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Manitoba Metis Federation Full time

    POSTING # 23-07-010 NATIONAL OCCUPATION CODE 41400 POSITION TYPE TERM, SUMMER, FULL-TIME Reporting to the MELT Coordinator, the Program Lead will oversee and implement the environmental summer programs for MMF’s Métis Environmental Leaders of Tomorrow (MELT) Program. MELT is a program that offers land-based education opportunities with a focus on climate...

  • Environmental Summer Program Lead

    2 months ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Manitoba Metis Federation Full time

    POSTING # 23-07-010 NATIONAL OCCUPATION CODE 41400 POSITION TYPE TERM, SUMMER, FULL-TIME Reporting to the MELT Coordinator, the Program Lead will oversee and implement the environmental summer programs for MMF’s Métis Environmental Leaders of Tomorrow (MELT) Program. MELT is a program that offers land-based education opportunities with a focus on climate...

  • Environmental Summer Program Lead

    2 months ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Manitoba Metis Federation Full time

    POSTING # 23-07-010 NATIONAL OCCUPATION CODE 41400 POSITION TYPE TERM, SUMMER, FULL-TIME Reporting to the MELT Coordinator, the Program Lead will oversee and implement the environmental summer programs for MMF’s Métis Environmental Leaders of Tomorrow (MELT) Program. MELT is a program that offers land-based education opportunities with a focus on climate...