Trading Business Analyst Job at ALLY Energy in Houston

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Overview

This position is for a high-energy professional who is results-focused with sound business acumen and problem-solving skills to join our dynamic organization as a Trading Business Analyst. Ideal candidates should be natural team players, eager to learn and grow, and have an eye for innovation and continuous improvement. The Trading Business Analyst will be responsible for analyzing market and supply situations, developing and evaluating points of view and strategies to increase the trading margin of crude oils and/or feedstocks, physical and/or paper. The incumbent should understand the crude market fundamentals, with experience in price monitoring and forecasting and risk monitoring methodologies, ability to grasp concepts quickly, generate value through fundamental forecasts, have an eye for detail, solid communication skills to coherently express ideas, and strong leadership to positively influence others in the team. In addition, the candidate should have a deep understanding of the following: (1) crude market dynamics and benchmarks, (2) trading PnL, (3) brief understanding of refinery economics, and (4) brief understanding of freight markets and logistics costs.

Responsibilities

• This position will support the monitoring of Key Performance Indicators and PnL to produce profitability and predictive analyses, and present scenarios to capture opportunities from the market, optimize profits, gain internal efficiencies, clear gaps and mitigate risks, and ensure alignment with CITGO business strategies.
• Conducts competitive product and pricing research and analysis based on clear direction from leaders. Monitors short to medium market trends and captures research using previously developed models. Adjusts models as necessary to provide real time actionable forecasts and insights to impact trading strategy. Applies knowledge of statistical methods and data analysis from previous experience and/or education.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of the following: (1) crude market dynamics and benchmarks, (2) trading PnL, (3) brief understanding of refinery economics, and (4) brief understanding of freight markets and logistics costs.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

• Professional Services

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