Lead Commercial Analyst- job post

Total Number of Openings
1
Chevron is accepting online applications for the Lead Commercial Analyst position through 01/04/2026 at 11:59p.m.
Support trading and commercial operations by analyzing market fundamentals, trade flows, competitor activity, and industry trends. The role is designed to provide actionable insights and data driven analytics that influence trading strategies and optimize commercial decisions.
Key job responsibilities
Develop and maintain near‑term supply/demand fundamentals, produce market viewpoints and actionable trade recommendations in partnership with traders.
Build and maintain models to evaluate long‑term transport and storage contracts; support strategy development and performance tracking for transportation and storage assets.
Provide daily decision support for storage operations (spot injections/withdrawals) and manage forward delta‑hedging programs for storage and transport.
Develop and maintain quantitative models and dashboards to forecast key market drivers, such as infrastructure, supply/demand balances, and production trends—leveraging advanced analytics and scenario planning.
Identify and recommend trading opportunities using deterministic and stochastic modeling techniques, applying quantitative risk frameworks to guide decision-making
Pilot and integrate advanced digital tools including machine learning, predictive analytics, and real-time data feeds to enhance trading performance and uncover new opportunities
Conduct lookback performance reviews to assess forecast accuracy, market calls, and strategy effectiveness, driving continuous improvement
Drive tool/dataset development (dashboards, analytics automation) to improve decision quality and speed across the desk.
Champion process improvements by partnering with internal teams to optimize digital workflows, reduce manual effort, and accelerate / enhance insight generation
Required qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, Applied Math, Data Science, or related field.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in U.S. natural gas markets covering supply/demand fundamentals, pipeline capacity, basis markets, and storage/transport optimization.
Strong commercial judgment, ability to translate analytics into trade‑relevant recommendations, and comfort operating in fast‑moving markets.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; proven collaboration with traders, schedulers, risk, and compliance.
High ownership, integrity, and bias for action; ability to prioritize, adapt, and deliver results under time pressure.
Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, global trading environment. Digital-first mindset with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement
Preferred Qualifications
Hands‑on modeling skills; fluency in Excel and at least one of Python/SQL; proficiency with visualization tools (e.g., Power BI).
Experience with advanced modeling software such as Databricks, Data Robot, Dataiku,etc. is a plus.
Familiarity with end‑to‑end desk workflows and systems (e.g., Endur) and decision‑support models (e.g., KYOS, FEA or similar).
Relocation Considerations
Relocation is not offered for this role; only local candidates will be considered.
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.
Company Culture
At Chevron, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We foster a culture of integrity, inclusion, and high performance. Our teams are built on trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to delivering results. We empower employees to think boldly, act responsibly, and continuously grow—both professionally and personally.
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