Market Research Analyst

PEMEX Procurement International; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement company in Houston seeks a Market Research Analyst to support procurement and supplier management efforts. Responsibilities include market analysis, data collection, and reporting on KPIs. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree, relevant experience, and strong analytical skills. Proficiency in Excel and Power BI is essential. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making processes within the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2–3 years of relevant experience in market research or data intelligence roles.
• Experience using structured data sources and supplier workflows.

Responsibilities

• Monitor emerging trends, price drivers, and risk signals in upstream, midstream, and downstream markets.
• Leverage intelligence tools to validate commercial data and insights.
• Document stages of market research as per internal policies.
• Maintain organized digital files for all procurement-related documents.

Skills

Analytic mindset

Detail-oriented

Team-oriented

Proactive

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Economics, International Business, Supply Chain, Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Job description

Pemex Procurement International, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Equality and non-discrimination are principles contained in the PPI ’s Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct.

Be Part Of Our Team

We take pride in the professional qualifications and experience of our workforce and maintain a wide cultural diversity in our organization. See our open positions listed below.

The Market Research Analyst (MRA) supports the Market Research and Supplier Management Department (MRSMD) in producing market-research deliverables for Purchasing, Operations, and other PPI stakeholders. The role safeguards audit-ready records in compliance with internal policies, understands the technical scope of each request, and taps multiple databases, industry contacts, trade events, and peer networks—to identify supplier alternatives and gather high-quality data. Throughout the engagement, the Market Research Analyst (MRA) tracks and reports progress against defined KPIs, continuously highlighting actionable insights that improve cost, quality, and schedule outcomes. In the final stage, the Market Research Analyst (MRA) partners with the Supplier Management & Analysis Coordinator to synthesize findings into clear, KPI-oriented reports for clients, providing timely status updates at every step.

LOCATION

Houston, TX 77079

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties may be assigned)

• Continuously monitor upstream, midstream and downstream equipment, safety-system and services markets, capturing emerging trends, price drivers and risk signals to maintain an up-to-date knowledge base that feeds sourcing strategies.
• Leverage advanced intelligence tools (online services, subscription databases, industry directories, trade shows, professional councils, etc.) to collect and validate technical, commercial and financial data, transforming findings into actionable insights for internal clients.
• Document each stage of the market research process in accordance with PPI’s internal policies and ISO 9001 procedures, ensuring traceability and audit-readiness of all records.
• Maintain organized and version-controlled digital files, including e-Requests, supplier documentation, correspondence, reports and analytical outputs.
• Obtain from suppliers and verified sources all technical, commercial and legal documents necessary to support procurement decisions and compliance reviews.
• Issue RFIs/RFQs and follow up with suppliers to ensure the completeness and accuracy of the information received within the established timeframe.
• Provide timely and proactive status updates to internal stakeholders regarding research progress, challenges, and completion timelines, highlighting deviations from established KPIs when applicable.
• Support the Market Research Coordinator or Specialist in the development of market research deliverables, including data analysis, report writing, and dashboard preparation using Excel or Power BI.
• Draft professional communications, business summaries, and presentations as directed by the Coordinator and/or Manager to keep stakeholders informed and aligned.
• Perform administrative tasks related to the Market Research function, including the processing of e-Requests, report formatting, and closure of documentation workflows.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal procedures, documentation templates, and knowledge-management practices within the Supplier Management and Analysis Department.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Coordinator and/or Manager in support of departmental goals.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 2–3 years of relevant experience in market research, supply chain analysis, procurement support or data intelligence roles within the Oil & Gas, Energy, or Industrial sectors.
• Experience using structured data sources, dashboards, and supplier interaction workflows is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Honesty, trustworthiness, and strong sense of professional integrity.
• Analytic and detail-oriented mindset with a focus on data accuracy.
• Dependable and self-motivated, able to manage multiple priorities under limited supervision.
• Curiosity for continuous learning and improvement in market analysis.
• Team-oriented with a collaborative approach and respect for multicultural environments.
• High sense of accountability and commitment to meeting deadlines and quality standards.
• Demonstrates initiative and informal leadership by guiding peers and contributing to team knowledge-building efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Economics, International Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field required.
• Postgraduate coursework or certifications in Market Intelligence, Strategic Sourcing, Project Management, Business Analytics or similar (preferred but not mandatory).

Travel:

• 2% of the time attend industry events all around the world.

Language:

• Must speak, read, and write in English and Spanish.

Special requirements:

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and well-organized, capable of managing multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability in handling strategic information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, charts) and PowerPoint; familiarity with Power BI is a strong asset.
• Skilled in managing structured information using codification systems (FSC, SIC) and applying industry norms (ASTM, API, ASME, ISA, etc.).
• Competent in using online market-intelligence platforms, subscription databases, and supplier registries.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Results-oriented mindset with curiosity for learning and continuous improvement.