Commercial Operations Analyst

Excelerate Energy is changing the way the world accesses clean, affordable, and reliable energy. We are focused on providing flexible LNG solutions to emerging markets across the globe and delivering a lesser emitting form of energy to markets that often rely on coal as their primary energy source. We strive to achieve sustainable results by delivering what we promise and by investing in our people, assets, and technology while promoting a culture of safety, quality, and environmental stewardship. We believe our human capital is our most valuable asset. We hire exceptional people who thrive in a dynamic work environment. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of safety and collaboration. Together, we can create a better future by delivering clean energy to the global communities that need it most.

Excelerate Energy is seeking a commercial operations analyst to join the LNG commercial team. This role will be to support Excelerate Energy’s global LNG trading team to optimise commercial activities and work with internal stakeholders on projects to support the growth of the business. As a commercial operations analyst, you will have a crucial role in supporting the continued growth of Excelerate Energy’s LNG portfolio through the planning and optimisation of cargoes and contracts, supply/demand forecasting, managing operational relationships and analysing commercial performance in conjunction with experienced LNG traders. This role is excellent for someone looking to build a career in the LNG industry and gain experience in physical commodities trading desk.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate, schedule, and optimize Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) shipments for Excelerate’s LNG trading and supply team.
• Participate in the development of Excelerate’s annual delivery program for long-term LNG supply and sales contracts with Excelerate’s LNG suppliers and customers.
• Manage close communication with suppliers, customers, terminals, and our service providers to manage on-time delivery of LNG cargos & cargo invoicing.
• Document and correctly input operational information into relevant IT systems.
• Appoint independent inspectors and expeditors and be able to investigate matters relating to LNG quality.
• Liaise and coordinate with internal stakeholders, such as front, middle, back-office, legal, shipping, finance, etc. on any operational topics to be flagged or actioned.
• Execute timely cargo invoicing, reconciliations and clearances of accruals for both external and internal deals.
• Liaise with counterparts and support the team to ensure smooth operations, avoid delays and minimize demurrage costs.
• Various ad-hoc tasks to support the trading desk.

About You

• Background in the Gas/LNG markets or other physical commodities is a benefit.
• Experience with physical gas/LNG trading environment supporting commercial operations and/or PnL analysis for spot and term opportunities.
• Familiarity and experience with global gas markets and integrating variety of data sources– for physical and financial gas markets.
• Highly computer literate and capable with a variety of programs such as Excel, Vortexa, ICE, Entrade, Bloomberg, PI Vision and/or Python/R is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Travel Required

Approximately 15%.

Work Authorization

Candidates must be authorized to work in assigned location.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

It is the policy of Excelerate Energy to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.