Position Summary
The Senior Refinery Economics and Planning Analyst has a critical responsibility in optimizing refinery operations by analyzing economic drivers, developing operating plans, and coordinating commercial and technical inputs. This position supports cross-functional decision-making by providing clear, data-driven insights that enhance margin performance, product planning, and long-term economic value.
Key Responsibilities•Analyze and recommend crude oil and feedstock purchasing strategies based on refinery economics, market trends, and demand forecasts.
•Develop and maintain operating plans that optimize refinery throughput and product yields to enhance profitability.
•Conduct margin analyses and support pricing strategies through detailed cost and profitability modeling.
•Support and maintain the refinery's linear programming (LP) model by ensuring accurate inputs and assumptions.
•Assist in evaluating capital investments through economic modeling and cost-benefit analysis.
•Collaborate with Supply & Distribution and Sales & Marketing teams to align assumptions and market forecasts.
•Support budget development by providing throughput, margin, and cost projections.
•Prepare presentations and reporting packages for senior leadership and internal stakeholders.
Basic Qualifications
•Bachelor's degree in Engineering
•Minimum of 3 years of experience in refining operations, economics, or planning
•Working knowledge of refinery processes and economic principles
•Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling
•Strong analytical and quantitative reasoning skills
•Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
•Ability to interpret complex data sets and translate insights into practical recommendations
Preferred Qualifications
•Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering
•5+ years of experience in Refining Operations
•Experience with linear programming (LP) models
•Understanding of crude markets, regulatory environment, and financial statements
•Strategic thinking with the ability to manage ambiguity and influence outcomes