Commercial Analyst

Build and maintain relationships with counterparties, brokers, data vendors, and market commentators

Present market views, trade rationale, and performance summaries to leadership and cross-functional teams

Collaborate with IT and data engineering teams on system enhancements, data pipelines, and automation initiatives

Work with strategic programs to continuously modernize ways of working and reduce operational waste

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field; Master's degree preferred

5–10 years of experience in refined products/distillates commercial analytics, trading support, or market analysis within an oil major, trading house, or commodity firm

Demonstrated track record of providing actionable market intelligence that directly supported trading decisions and commercial outcomes

Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate complex analysis into clear, executive-ready insights and trader-relevant recommendations

Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic trading environment with competing priorities and tight deadlines

High attention to detail with a bias toward action, continuous improvement, and intellectual curiosity

Deep knowledge of distillates supply/demand fundamentals, trade flows, pricing mechanisms, blending, product specs, and seasonal patterns

Understanding of refinery operations, process yields, crude diet, cracking economics, refinery margins, and how operational changes impact distillate output and quality

Hedging strategies, derivatives instruments (swaps, futures, options, spreads), VAR concepts, and understanding of how risk tools support commercial decision-making

Econometric analysis, statistical modeling, demand/supply forecasting, scenario analysis, backtesting, and supply/demand balance modeling

Python (pandas, NumPy), SQL, VBA, Advanced Excel, API integration, Power Query; familiarity with R, MATLAB, or C++ a plus

Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools for creating trader-facing dashboards, management reporting, and data visualization

Experience with energy trading & risk management systems (e.g., Endur, RightAngle, Allegro, or similar platforms)

Proficiency with Platts, Argus, OPIS, Bloomberg, Refinitiv/LSEG, Kpler, Vortexa, ClipperData, EIA, and IEA data sources

Formal: Prior experience managing or supervising junior analysts, interns, or commercial support staff—setting priorities, conducting quality reviews, and actively developing talent

Informal: Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects, mentor peers, drive process improvements, or champion new analytical tools and methods without direct authority

Proven track record of influencing traders, senior leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders through data-driven insights and well-articulated recommendations

Experience leading or coordinating during high-intensity market events (e.g., supply disruptions, hurricane impacts, geopolitical crises)—acting as a player/coach on the desk

History of onboarding new team members, building training materials, or establishing best practices and standard operating procedures for commercial analytics workflows

Active contributor to continuous improvement initiatives—modernizing tools, automating manual workflows, or driving adoption of new technologies (AI/ML, advanced analytics, dashboarding)

Prior experience at a major energy company or independent trading house

Exposure to both physical and paper distillates markets, including structured/derivative products

Experience with cross-barrel or full-barrel analytics—connecting crude, intermediates, and product economics

Familiarity with renewable diesel, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), petrochemical, LCFS/RIN strategy, and energy transition impacts on distillates demand

Global market perspective—understanding of key pricing hubs including USGC, ARA (Amsterdam–Rotterdam–Antwerp), Singapore, and Middle East

Demonstrated ability to integrate remote sensing, AIS/ship tracking, and satellite-based inventory data into fundamental analysis

Relocation will not be considered.

Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

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