Job Title: Business Analyst - Oil and Gas Commodity Trading
About Us:
All challenges are welcome at BBGC. We aim to provide exceptional business solutions that give you a competitive edge. We leverage cutting-edge technology led by a team of curious professionals. We are ready to offer solutions to help your business move forward. We provide clients with financial services, retail, commodities, and manufacturing solutions.
Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Business Analyst with specialized knowledge in Oil and Gas commodity trading. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in analyzing and optimizing business processes, identifying opportunities for improvement, and providing valuable insights to enhance the efficiency and profitability of our commodity trading operations.
Responsibilities:
Commodity Trading Analysis:
- Conduct thorough analysis of market trends, pricing data, and trading strategies within the Oil and Gas sector.
- Monitor and evaluate commodity market movements, geopolitical events, and regulatory changes to provide timely insights to the trading team.
Process Optimization:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify inefficiencies in current business processes related to commodity trading.
- Recommend and implement process improvements to streamline trading operations and enhance overall efficiency.
Data Management:
- Gather, organize, and analyze large sets of data related to commodity trading activities.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive databases to support trading decisions and reporting requirements.
Risk Management:
- Work closely with risk management teams to assess and mitigate risks associated with commodity trading activities.
- Develop and implement risk assessment models to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.
Technology Integration:
- Collaborate with IT teams to integrate and optimize trading systems, ensuring seamless communication and data flow between different platforms.
- Stay abreast of technological advancements in commodity trading and recommend relevant tools or systems to enhance operational capabilities.
Reporting and Documentation:
- Generate regular reports on trading performance, market trends, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of business processes, workflows, and analysis methodologies.
Stakeholder Communication:
- Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, including traders, risk managers, and senior leadership, to convey insights and recommendations.
- Act as a liaison between business users and technical teams to ensure alignment of business goals and IT solutions.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a Business Analyst in the Oil and Gas industry with a focus on commodity trading.
- In-depth knowledge of commodity markets, trading strategies, and risk management practices.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Familiarity with relevant software and tools used in commodity trading and data analysis.
- Understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance standards in the commodity trading industry.
