CITGO · 3 days ago
Trading Business Analyst
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expCITGO Petroleum Corporation is a recognized leader in the refining industry. The Trading Business Analyst will analyze market and supply situations, develop strategies to increase trading margins, and monitor Key Performance Indicators to optimize profits and mitigate risks.
Oil and Gas
Responsibilities
Support the development of Key Performance Indicators and Performance Metrics as well as inventory models, through quantitative and predictive analytics
Monitor comprehensive position report for the crude and/or feedstock purchase and sale activities of CITGO to include term and spot transactions executed to supply the three refineries, and to fulfill unexpected events that interrupt the regularly scheduled hydrocarbon supply.Duties require close interaction with Crude & Feedstock Traders, Crude Supply Management including the General Manager of Crude Supply and Vice President of Supply and Marketing, third party consultants, Risk Management analysts, Supply Chain Coordinators (“refinery pilots”), Business Optimization Group (BOG) staff of all refineries, Marine and Logistics staff, Crude Accounting staff, Budget and MTP staff, Mid Office staff, and other internal and external groups as needed
Work actual model structure, testing process and implementation of the information model, and determines the best model delivery (i.e., , BI Portal or MS Excel, etc.). Also creates the documentation for implementation of the models and the procedure
Develop methodologies to produce forward curves of hydrocarbons, establish MTM, daily P&L and YTD P&L of all physical positions, contracts, suppliers and traders, control functions on physical hydrocarbon transactions as well as estimation of the amount at risk with a given probability
Review and validate commercial business cases for the Corporate Procurement Committee (CPC) / Operations Committee and provide recommendations on the course of action on approvals/rejections
Coordinate input from the Organization to develop weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports for presentation to Management including the Short-Term Optimization meeting, Monthly Supply Optimization Meeting, Supply and Marketing Review, Monthly Accountability Meeting, Budget and Medium-Term Plan
Perform financial and operation assessments to support the different groups within the department, as well as feasibility analysis to support business development initiatives in the department, such as proposed term deals, and Pipeline Open Seasons
Ensure that information produced and delivered by the department follows the set of policies, procedures and governance established by the Department and Corporation
Qualification
Required
Degree in Finance, Financial Engineering, Economics, or Engineering with a Master of Business Administration preferred
Knowledge of physical and futures oil markets
Knowledge of oil refining is a plus
High level of intellectual curiosity
Self-motivated, results driven, and having the ability to work effectively under pressure
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, seeks big picture answers beyond immediate scope
Data analysis software experience
Demonstrated ability to work in an extremely complex, dynamic, and fast-paced team environment
Strong leadership and communication skills (written and verbal)
Relevant knowledge/experience with information tools
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
The minimum years of job-related experience is: A Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of experience
Preferred
Master's degree (MBA) preferred
Benefits
Remote Work options available for eligible positions
9/80 Work Schedule Option (where applicable)
Annual Vacation Incentive (40-120 hours of additional pay) for Eligible Employees
Paid Vacation Time
Company-Paid Holidays
Caregiver Leave
Excellent 401(k) Match
Pension Plan
Company-Paid Sick Leave and Long-Term Disability
Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans; FSA and HSA options
Company-Paid Life Insurance for Active Employees
Healthy Rewards Program
Service Awards Program
Educational Assistance Plan
Dependent Children Scholarships
Reimbursement for Gym Membership
Employee Discount Programs
On-site Health Clinic (select locations)
On-site Cafeteria (select locations)
On-site Credit Union and ATM (Corporate office only)
On-site Fitness Center (select locations)
Company
CITGO
CITGO Petroleum Corporation is a recognized leader in the refining industry and operates under the well-known CITGO brand.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.1B2023-09-13Debt Financing· $1.1B
Leadership Team
Edgar Rincon
Executive VP and COO
Angela Dubrevil
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