Commercial Analyst

Sunoco; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunoco LP seeks an Analyst/Associate Analyst to provide analytical and accounting tracking for trading and scheduling, acting as liaison to the commercial department. You will report on secondary costs, assist with scheduling, and ensure EPA compliance.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 0–8 years of related experience, with strong Excel skills and experience in data-driven decision making. A collaboration-oriented, detail-focused mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Marketing, Business or related field.
• 0–8 years of related experience; level depends on job seniority.
• Associate Analyst: bachelor’s + 0–2 years of experience.
• Analyst: bachelor’s + 2–5 years of experience.
• Senior Analyst: bachelor’s + 5–8 years of experience.
• Prior knowledge of petroleum product supply, distribution, and trading preferred.
• Experience with terminal operations, pipelines, and marketing terms preferred.
• Excellent problem solving, analytical, communication and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Excel; PowerPoint and Word required.
• Experience with RightAngle, MarketView, and Power BI preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains exchange and storage accounts; reconciles with Accounting.
• Updates spreadsheets on product movements and coordinates with Accounting.
• Maintains pricing reports and updates month-end contract pricing.
• Updates and monitors forward pricing to identify risk and strategies.
• Prepares inventory and supply/demand position reporting.
• Performs data research, validation, and data-driven analysis.
• Coordinates with Operations, Engineering, Environmental, Legal and Accounting on new services.
• Supports and negotiates contract terms and pricing to maximize revenues.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Power BI

RightAngle

MarketView

PowerPoint

Word

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Marketing, Business or related area

Tools

RightAngle

MarketView

Power BI

Job description

Sunoco LPis a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 32 countries and territories in North America, the Greater Caribbean, and Europe. The Partnership’s midstream operations include an extensive network of approximately 14,000 miles of pipeline and over 160 terminals. This critical infrastructure complements the Partnership’s fuel distribution operations, which distribute over 15 billion gallons annually to approximately 11,000 Sunoco and partner-branded retail locations, as well as independent dealers and commercial customers.

At Sunoco, we take great pride in what we do and wholeheartedly believe our employees drive success for our company and our customers. We are always looking for the best and brightest talent and we are committed to making your job a challenging and rewarding experience.

Summary

Provides analytical and accounting tracking, and reconciliation for trading and scheduling areas, acting as liaison for the commercial department, reporting on secondary costs, assisting with scheduling, and ensuring EPA compliance, by performing the following duties.

Core Responsibilities

• Maintains various exchange and storage accounts by keeping up with balances, ensuring that correct product volumes have moved, monitoring monthly activity and reconciling with Accounting;
• Updates spreadsheets on product movements and coordinates with Accounting personnel as required to assure that volumes and product analysis are correct;
• Maintains various pricing reports and updates contract pricing at month-end as required;
• Updates and monitors forward pricing to identify upcoming risk and trading strategies;
• Prepares accurate & timely inventory and supply/demand position reporting and other financial/non-financial information;
• Conducts external research of issues as required, such as identifying and verifying data, quantifying data source and correctly applying data to the appropriate positions;
• Supports and recommends negotiates contract terms and pricing to maximize revenues/EBITDA and utilization of Company assets;
• Prepares annual revenue budget for assigned area; prepares weekly revenue forecasts and monthly report for activities in assigned area;
• Identifies and gathers variety of internal data in usable forms;
• Performs extensive data manipulation and analysis;
• Coordinates with Operations, Engineering, Environmental, Legal and Accounting in the planning and implementation of new services

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor’s in Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Marketing, Business or related area
• 0-8 years of related experience. Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level:
• The Associate Analyst level requires a bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years of relevant job-related experience
• The Analyst level requires a bachelor’s degree and 2-5 years of relevant job-related experience
• The Senior Analyst level requires a bachelor’s degree and 5-8 years of relevant job-related experience
• Basic knowledge of petroleum product supply and distribution, refining, marketing, or trading including a general understanding of the factors influencing supply, demand, and pricing of petroleum products and ancillary services is preferred
• Experience with terminal operations, pipelines, marketing petroleum terminology, and the ability to work in an unstructured dynamic environment is highly desired
• Excellent problem solving, analytical, critical thinking, communication skills, and vigorous attention to detail
• Inquisitive attitude and curiosity for learning, passionate, motivated, and proactive action-oriented inclination
• High proficiency in Excel, and general proficiency in PowerPoint and Word are required
• Experience with RightAngle, MarketView, and Power BI is preferred

Working Conditions

• Usually, normal office working conditions
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing
• Occasional overnight travel may be required

An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet

Sunoco is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law.

The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

DISCLAIMER

The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the EEO Coordinator at 713-989-2247.This number is for reasonable accommodation requests only.