Natural Gas Commercial Analyst

Chevron Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron Corporation is seeking a Market Analyst in Houston to monitor natural gas market fundamentals and generate actionable trading insights. You will support trading strategies across physical and financial desks and collaborate with traders to optimize portfolios.

You should have 2+ years in natural gas or commodity trading, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and strong SQL, Python and Excel skills. Databricks experience is a plus. Relocation is not offered. U.S. regulatory notices apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, computer science, business or related.
• 2+ years in natural gas or commodity trading.
• Experience with North American gas markets and trading activities.
• Familiarity with ICE, Bloomberg, Platts, EIA, Wood Mackenzie or Criterion.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced trading environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor natural gas market fundamentals, pricing, trade flows, infrastructure developments, storage, weather, and competitor activity.
• Develop and communicate market views to support trading strategies.
• Collaborate with traders and analysts to identify arbitrage opportunities and optimize portfolios.
• Build and maintain models for supply/demand, storage, infrastructure, and forecasting.
• Support storage optimization through inventory analysis and market assessments.
• Conduct ad-hoc market research and analytics for the trading desk.
• Leverage analytics, machine learning, and predictive modeling to improve forecasting.
• Partner with digital and data teams to automate processes and enhance analytics.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Quantitative analysis

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Business or related

Tools

SQL

Python

Excel

Databricks

Job description

Total Number of Openings 1

Key Job Responsibilities

• Monitor natural gas market fundamentals, pricing, trade flows, infrastructure developments, storage, weather, and competitor activity to generate actionable trading insights.
• Develop and communicate market views to support physical and financial trading strategies.
• Collaborate with traders and commercial analysts to identify arbitrage opportunities, optimize portfolios, and support commercial decisions.
• Build and maintain supply/demand, storage, infrastructure, and forecasting models to evaluate market risks and opportunities.
• Support natural gas storage optimization through inventory analysis, economics, and market assessments.
• Conduct ad-hoc market research and analysis in support of the trading desk.
• Leverage advanced analytics, machine learning, and predictive modeling to improve forecasting and trading performance.
• Partner with digital and data teams to automate processes and enhance analytical capabilities.
• Build industry relationships and maintain awareness of market, regulatory, and competitive developments.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and reduce manual effort.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of exposure to natural gas trading or other commodity trading
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Business or related
• Experience in North American natural gas markets, including supply/demand fundamentals, storage, pipeline infrastructure, and basis markets.
• Experience supporting physical and/or financial natural gas trading activities.
• Familiarity with industry data sources such as ICE, Bloomberg, Platts, EIA, Wood Mackenzie, or Criterion.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced trading environment while managing competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to Permian Basin natural gas trading, production dynamics, takeaway capacity, and regional market fundamentals.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in SQL, Python, and Excel.
• Additionally, hands-on experience with Databricks for analytics, data engineering, modeling, or automation.
• Data science experience or building advanced analytical models for trading is a plus.

Relocation Options: Relocation is not offered for this role. Relocation may be considered only for internal candidates.

International Considerations: Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

U.S. Regulatory notice: Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail]. Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.

Chevron Corporation is one of the world's leading integrated energy companies. Through its subsidiaries that conduct business worldwide, the company is involved in virtually every facet of the energy industry. Chevron explores for, produces and transports crude oil and natural gas; refines, markets and distributes transportation fuels and lubricants; manufactures and sells petrochemicals and additives; generates power; and develops and deploys technologies that enhance business value in every aspect of the company's operations. Chevron is based in Houston, Texas. More information about Chevron is available at www.chevron.com.