Manan Ahuja
About Manan Ahuja
Manan Ahuja is a Senior Trader at BioUrja Group, specializing in quantitative modeling and trading within the energy sector. He has over 17 years of experience and has held various roles at notable firms, including S&P Global Platts and Barclays Capital.
Current Role at BioUrja Group
Manan Ahuja serves as a Senior Trader at BioUrja Group, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he utilizes his extensive experience in trading and quantitative modeling to contribute to the company's operations in the energy sector. His responsibilities include developing and implementing trading strategies that align with market trends and client needs.
Previous Experience in Trading and Consulting
Prior to his current role, Ahuja held several significant positions in the finance and energy sectors. He worked as a Senior Director at S&P Global Platts from 2014 to 2021, where he focused on market analysis and trading strategies. His experience also includes roles at Barclays Capital as an Energy Trader and Fundamental Modeler, and as a Consultant at Sequoia Capital, where he completed impactful assignments in healthcare operations and equity research.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Ahuja has a robust educational background. He earned a Bachelor of Technology (B. Tech.) from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, and pursued multiple Master of Business Administration (MBA) degrees, including studies at the Richard Ivey School of Business and the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad. His education has equipped him with strong analytical and decision-making skills relevant to his career in trading and consulting.
Specializations and Skills
Manan Ahuja specializes in various areas including quantitative modeling, trading, decision sciences, and data analytics. His expertise extends to team management and public speaking, which he has applied throughout his career to drive decision-making processes in the energy industry. He has developed automated quantitative models that support trading operations across multiple regions.
Career Achievements and Contributions
Throughout his career, Ahuja has made significant contributions to the organizations he has worked with. At Barclays, he developed automated quantitative models that were utilized by the entire trading desk. He also managed the introduction of new North American Power Market products at PIRA Energy, focusing on forecasting and analyzing electric power markets to assist clients in their investment decisions.