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Targa Resources

Gas Trading Analyst

Targa Resources, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Gas Trading Analyst

at Targa Resources

Position Summary This role supports commercial operations by integrating residue gas forecasts into trading models, monitoring pipeline utilization, analyzing market fundamentals, and maintaining trader position reports. The Analyst collaborates across teams including Gathering & Processing, Risk Management, Accounting, and Corporate Development to support trading decisions, infrastructure planning, and financial reporting.

Job Functions and Key Responsibilities

Residue Forecasting & Pipeline Modeling

Collaborate with Gathering & Processing teams to monitor residue gas forecasts and plant growth.

Integrate forecasts into gas flow models to estimate volumes requiring marketing and compare against firm transportation capacity.

Track actual residue volumes on company‑owned pipelines versus marketed capacity to internal trading desks and third‑party shippers.

Market Analysis & Modeling

Build and maintain supply/demand models to forecast natural gas fundamentals and infrastructure trends (e.g., LNG, Data Centers, Pipelines).

Monitor regional basis spreads, pipeline constraints, and market dynamics to inform trading strategies.

Prepare market outlooks, flash updates, and strategic decks for senior leadership.

Trade Support & Risk Monitoring

Track trader positions including hedges, transport spreads, and mark‑to‑market performance.

Support trade entry and validation in the ETRM system; extract and compile trader position reports.

Partner with Risk Management to develop monthly reports on commodity exposure and transport books.

Commercial & Financial Coordination

Work with Accounting and Mid‑Office to prepare flash P&L and monthly financial updates.

Collaborate with Corporate Development to model new pipeline projects and acquisition opportunities.

Act as a commercial liaison for accounting‑related issues and reporting.

Operational Support

Assist in weekend and intraday residue gas sales for various gas processing plants.

Facilitate short‑term and month‑to‑month gas transportation procurement strategies.

Generate commercial reports from Allegro and maintain operational spreadsheets to improve team communication.

Minimum Essential Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business, Economics or related fields

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint & Word

Strong communication and documentation skills, including the ability to interact effectively with various levels of staff and management

Motivated, self‑directed and detail‑oriented, while also maintaining a results‑driven approach to work; demonstrated accountability and ownership of assigned tasks

Strong analytical skills, including the ability to recognize and research irregularities and inconsistencies

Deadline oriented with excellent organizational skills and close attention to detail

Effective in a dynamic environment, adapting to and managing change positively and proactively

Capable of establishing effective working relationships that promote teamwork and collaboration

Ability to remain positive, professional, determined, calm and focused when faced with challenging situations

Regular and reliable attendance

Preferred Qualifications

General understanding of the midstream natural gas industry

Energy industry certifications

Equal Employment Opportunity Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work‑related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa’s policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa.

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