Vice President, Commodities COO

About the role

Wells Fargo is seeking a Commodities COO (VP level) in CIB as part of our Markets line of business. This opportunity is a business management role driving the growth, modernization, and long-term expansion of the Commodity franchise within Global Markets.

In This Role, You Will Continuously refine and monitor performance metrics to measure strategic impact, detect emerging issues, and guide data-driven decisions that support growth. Drive partnerships with key vendors, market-data providers, exchanges, and brokers to optimize platform capabilities, enhance competitive positioning, and manage expenses effectively.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Finance, HR, Technology, Operations, Legal, Operational Risk, Business Controls, Internal Audit, and Regulatory Relations to ensure unified execution of strategic priorities
• Partner with the Line of Business CFO to steer financial performance through disciplined budgeting, forecasting, and analytical reporting that supports scalable expansion
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate operational and regulatory risks to ensure a resilient, globally compliant operating environment as the franchise grows
• Assist with the development and launch of new products and market-expansion initiatives-while managing related internal and external risks
• Help coordinate with technology, models, and other highly technical workflows with internal and external teams to ensure seamless operations across existing offerings and new product expansion
• Assist with regulatory inquiries and Internal Audit, ensuring transparent communication, strong control discipline, and timely remediation of findings to support a resilient and growth-ready operating environment

Requirements

• 5+ years of Business Execution, Implementation, or Strategic Planning experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Corporate & Investment Banking business management experience, or equivalent experience demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
• 4+ years of Capital Markets experience
• Experience in commodities trading, risk management, operations, or market infrastructure
• Experience overseeing trading operations
• Experience introducing new processes and technologies to enhance operational efficiency
• Strong ability to diagnose inefficiencies, refine workflows, and elevate end-to-end processes
• Sound judgment with the confidence to challenge business decisions when appropriate

Job Expectations

This role is not eligible for VISA sponsorship. Ability to travel as needed. Relocation assistance available. Willingness to work on-site in accordance with current office requirements. Ability to work additional hours as needed.

This position is subject to FINRA background screening requirements. Candidates must successfully complete and pass a background check prior to hire.

Pay

Pay Range Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities. $119,000.00 - $187,000.00

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below.

• Health benefits
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid time off
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
• Parental leave
• Critical caregiving leave
• Discounts and savings
• Commuter benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Scholarships for dependent children
• Adoption reimbursement