LPG Analyst

BB Energy; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

BB Energy seeks an experienced LPG Market Analyst to join its global trading team. Based in London or Singapore, you will deliver market intelligence and analytical support to drive trading decisions.

You will monitor LPG market fundamentals, build models, and provide actionable insights to traders and senior management. Strong skills in Python/SQL and data visualization are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Engineering, Mathematics or a quantitative field.
• At least three years in commodity market analysis, preferably energy sector.
• Experience analysing LPG markets strongly preferred.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills with data interpretation.
• Experience with trade data, visualization platforms, and statistical software.
• Proficiency in Python/SQL and MS Office.
• Understanding of commodity trading, market fundamentals, modeling and risk concepts.
• Fluent in English, written and spoken.
• Strong programming and database skills; R/MATLAB/VBA a plus.
• Hands-on knowledge of global LPG markets.
• Familiarity with naphtha markets beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Monitor global LPG market fundamentals: supply, demand, pricing, trade flows, freight.
• Collect, validate, and interpret data to generate market insights for traders.
• Develop and maintain supply/demand models and forecasting tools.
• Produce regular market reports and ad hoc analyses for traders and management.
• Track vessel movements and trade flows to spot trading opportunities.
• Collaborate with traders/analysts to evaluate market developments.
• Improve analytical models and reporting tools for forecasting and scenarios.
• Stay updated on industry news, macro trends, and competitors.

Skills

Market analysis

LPG markets

Python

SQL

Data viz

Forecasting

Communication

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in quantitative field

Tools

Python

SQL

Excel

Matplotlib

R

Job description

We are looking for an experienced LPG Market Analyst to join our global trading team. In this role, you will deliver market intelligence and analytical support that helps drive trading decisions. You will be responsible for monitoring global LPG market developments, building analytical models, identifying market trends and opportunities, and working closely with traders to provide actionable insights. The role is based in London or Singapore.

Accountabilities/ Key Result Areas

• Monitor and analyse global LPG market fundamentals, including supply and demand, pricing, trade flows, freight, arbitrage opportunities, and regulatory developments.
• Collect, validate, and interpret market and trade data from multiple sources to generate timely and meaningful market insights.
• Develop, enhance, and maintain supply and demand models, forecasting tools, and other analytical frameworks used to support trading activities.
• Produce regular market reports, presentations, and ad hoc analysis for traders and senior management.
• Track vessel movements and trade flows to identify changes in market dynamics and emerging trading opportunities.
• Work closely with traders and fellow analysts to evaluate market developments and contribute to trading strategies.
• Continuously improve analytical models and reporting tools to support forecasting and scenario analysis.
• Keep up to date with industry news, macroeconomic trends, geopolitical developments, and competitor activity that may impact LPG markets.
• Build and maintain relationships with market participants and external contacts to strengthen market intelligence.

Performance Behaviours

• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex market information clearly.
• Genuine interest in global energy markets, economics, geopolitics, and commodity trading.
• A proactive, detail-oriented, and commercially minded approach.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within an international trading environment.
• Critical thinking skills and a data-driven mindset, with a focus on delivering insights that create commercial value.

Skills and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Engineering, Mathematics, or another quantitative discipline.
• At least three years of experience in commodity market analysis or a similar analytical position, ideally within the energy or refined products sector.
• Previous experience analysing LPG markets is strongly preferred.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to interpret complex datasets and translate findings into commercial insights.
• Experience working with trade data, visualization platforms, and statistical or analytical software.
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, or similar data analysis tools, together with strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Good understanding of commodity trading, market fundamentals, financial modelling, and risk management concepts.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Strong programming and database skills, particularly in Python and SQL. Experience with R, MATLAB, or VBA would be considered an advantage.
• Hands-on knowledge of global LPG markets.
• Familiarity with naphtha markets would be beneficial.