Chief Energy Market Intelligence & Strategy Lead

Placements24

Mbombela (Nelspruit)

Hybrid

ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary
Annual bonus
Health insurance
Retirement plan
Hybrid work model
Relocation assistance
Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Mbombela, Mpumalanga, seeks a Head of Energy Market Analysis to lead the market intelligence function. The role drives insights on energy trends, regulation, and competition, with a strong quantitative focus and regional expertise.

You'll lead a team of analysts, develop advanced models for forecasting prices, and guide senior management on strategic decisions. This hybrid role balances on-site leadership with remote collaboration to shape the region's energy strategy.

Qualifications

  • Master's or PhD in a quantitative field related to energy economics.
  • 7+ years in energy market analysis, forecasting, or related advisory work.
  • Proven leadership of analyst teams and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Lead development and execution of energy market analysis and forecasting.
  • Mentor and manage a team of market analysts.
  • Research market trends, regulatory changes, and competitor activity.
  • Build and maintain economic models for price forecasting and scenarios.
  • Advise senior leadership with strategic insights from market intelligence.
  • Collaborate with trading, planning, and business development teams.
  • Present findings to executives and ensure timely, accurate reports.
  • Monitor global energy developments and their regional impact.
  • Oversee selection and use of market analysis tools and data platforms.

Skills

Leadership
Energy market forecasting
Econometrics
Stakeholder communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Economics / Finance / Statistics / Energy Management

Tools

Excel
Python
R
Econometric software

Job description

Placements24 in Mbombela, Mpumalanga, seeks a Head of Energy Market Analysis to lead the market intelligence function. The role drives insights on energy trends, regulation, and competition, with a strong quantitative focus and regional expertise.

You'll lead a team of analysts, develop advanced models for forecasting prices, and guide senior management on strategic decisions. This hybrid role balances on-site leadership with remote collaboration to shape the region's energy strategy.

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