Commodity Market Analyst –Plastic and Energy

Danone; Rijswijk; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Yearly bonus

Premium pension

Health insurance discounts

30 days annual leave

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Danone is seeking a Commodity Market Analyst to monitor and analyze Plastics, Diesel, Gas and Power markets, delivering insights that drive cost management and strategic decisions. You will develop price forecasts and support procurement, finance and risk management workflows in a hybrid work setting.

The role emphasizes market intelligence, data translation, and collaboration with stakeholders across Danone’s Global Market Intelligence team to enable informed business decisions and digital tool

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as Economics, Finance, Engineering or Supply Chain.
• Experience in commodity market analysis, procurement, financial analysis, or market risk management.
• Experience with plastics, petrochemicals, energy, or related commodities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform fundamental analysis of Plastics, Diesel, Gas & Power markets and monitor related trends.
• Develop commodity price forecasts to support budgets and strategic planning.
• Collaborate with Risk Managers and Buyers to support market risk management and coverage strategies.
• Engage with Procurement, Finance, Controlling and external consultants to communicate market developments.
• Develop and improve dashboards and analytic tools using Power BI and Excel.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excel skills

Power BI experience

Communication skills

Fluent English

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Economics/Finance/Engineering

Tools

Power BI

Copilot Studio

Excel

Job description

We are looking for a Commodity Market Analyst – Plastics & Energy to join our Global Market Intelligence team and take responsibility for monitoring and analyzing Plastics, Diesel, Gas & Power commodity markets – important cost drivers for Danone’s global operations.

• Netherlands
• Hoofddorp
• Hybrid
• Permanent Full-Time

About the job

Your mission: deliver forward‑looking market intelligence, develop reliable price forecasts, support commodity risk management strategies, and enable informed business decisions across Finance and Procurement.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop your expertise in global commodity markets and contribute to important business decisions. You will combine analytical capabilities, market understanding, and business acumen to translate complex market dynamics into actionable insights.

At Danone Cycles & Procurement, we are undergoing an exciting transformation, shifting our focus to fully support our “One Planet, One Health” purpose. This transformation involves enhancing sustainability, business partnering, supply management, procurement excellence, and digital innovation.

As part of this journey, the Commodity Market Analyst – Plastics, Diesel, Gas & Power will provide market insights, price forecasts, and analytical support to key stakeholders.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Commodity Market Analysis: Perform fundamental analysis of global Plastics, Diesel, Gas & Power markets (supply/demand, production capacity, trade flows, stocks, and regulatory developments); Monitor crude oil, feedstock, energy, and macroeconomic trends influencing commodity prices; Identify market risks, opportunities, and emerging trends.
• Forecasting & Strategic Reporting: Develop commodity price forecasts to support Danone’s Monthly Rolling Forecast, Budget, and Strategic Plan; Build independent market views through fundamental analysis and scenario modelling; Deliver regular market intelligence reports with clear business implications.
• Market Risk Management & Procurement Support: Collaborate with Risk Managers and Buyers to support market risk management and coverage strategies; Evaluate market exposure and pricing trends through scenario analysis and benchmarking; Analyze supplier pricing mechanisms and contract formulas to identify risks and opportunities.
• Stakeholder & Consultant Engagement: Act as a market intelligence partner to Procurement, Finance, and Controlling teams; Build and maintain relationships with external consultants and industry experts; Communicate market developments and support fact‑based business decisions.
• Innovation & Digital Tools: Develop and improve market intelligence dashboards, analytical models, and decision‑support tools; Leverage Power BI, Excel, and digital solutions to enhance forecasting, data transparency, and market monitoring.

Meet your new manager! Your manager will be Francois Baron, Market Intelligence Manager.

About you

You are a curious and analytical professional with a strong interest in commodity markets and their underlying fundamentals. You enjoy understanding market dynamics, working with data, and translating complex information into clear insights. You are proactive, eager to learn, and comfortable collaborating with stakeholders in an international environment.

Your Background

• Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in commodity market analysis, procurement, financial analysis, or market risk management.
• Experience in plastics, petrochemicals, energy, or industrial commodities is an advantage.
• Ability to analyze market fundamentals, develop forecasts, and assess financial or commercial risks.

Your Skills

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with an interest in understanding commodity price formation and market dynamics.
• Good Excel skills and experience with data analysis or visualization tools such as Power BI; Copilot Studio is a plus.
• Understanding of commodity markets, pricing mechanisms, or market risk management principles is an advantage.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex market topics clearly and concisely.
• Proactive, organized, and comfortable working independently and in cross‑functional teams.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); other languages are a plus.

About Danone

Working at Danone is a unique experience. It’s fast‑paced and complex and, at times, it can get a little challenging. But it’s packed with opportunities to learn and grow working with some of the best‑known brands in the world. Bring your unique perspective, ambitions and entrepreneurial ideas to the table – the impact you could make might just surprise you.

We’re proud to be a B‑Corp certified company. That means we meet the highest verified standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability in everything we do.

We Offer

It’s an exciting time to join Danone. You’ll build meaningful relationships and networks working with large, dynamic brands. And the best part? You’ll be supported to grow an impactful career that you can be proud of. Together, we’ll build a healthier world.

All Danoners receive a complete package of benefits. This includes a competitive salary and yearly bonus, a premium free pension and great discounts on health insurance and Danone products. We understand the importance of flexibility and offer 30 days of annual leave (with the opportunity to purchase more) and a hybrid working environment, where you can work either from home or from one of our People Hubs in Hoofddorp, Utrecht and Rijswijk.