Commodity Market Analyst –Plastic and Energy

Danone; Utrecht; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

30 days annual leave

Pension plan

Job summary

Danone seeks a Commodity Market Analyst – Plastics, Diesel, Gas & Power to join Global Market Intelligence in the Netherlands. You will monitor markets, develop forecasts, and support risk management across Finance and Procurement.

You’ll translate complex market dynamics into actionable insights and contribute to dashboards, scenarios, and decision-support tools within a collaborative, international team.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Experience in commodity market analysis or procurement.
• Fluent in English; able to work in an international environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform fundamental analysis of Plastics, Diesel, Gas & Power markets, including supply/demand and regulation.
• Develop price forecasts to support Rolling Forecast, Budget and Strategic Plan.
• Collaborate with Risk Managers and Buyers on market risk and pricing trends.
• Engage with Procurement, Finance and Controlling to translate market insights into actions.
• Develop dashboards and models using Power BI and Excel to improve forecasting.

Skills

Market analysis

Excel

Power BI

English fluency

Data analysis

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

Copilot Studio

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.