Shell Polymers Commercial Analyst - Houston TX

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Shell Polymers Commercial Analyst - Houston, TX
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94402BR
Job Title:
Shell Polymers Commercial Analyst - Houston, TX
No. of Positions:
1
Job Description:
The Shell Polymers Monaca site, formerly known as Project Franklin, will be a world-scale petrochemical plant in Western Pennsylvania that upgrades locally-produced ethane from Marcellus and Utica shale formations gas production to make polyethylene. The petrochemical complex will consist of a world-scale Ethane Cracker Unit (ECU), multiple polyethylene (PE) units, PE logistics and supporting OSBL (utilities, general facilities, storage, and hydrocarbon logistics). The FID (Final Investment Decision) was made in Q2 2016 and the project is now in Execute Phase. As construction of the site progresses, the site is now growing to support Commissioning and Start-Up activities and prepare for full operation in the early 2020s.
The role is for the support of the Shell Polymers (PE) commercial team. Commercial analyst will routinely provide key data and analysis required to maximize business opportunities within the Shell Polymers team. Typical analysis would include analysis of competing industry PE players, various PE market segments with associated costs and revenues, integrated ethylene/ PE value chain opportunities globally, PE industry cost structures, supply / demand of North American and Global PE markets, and the attractiveness of commercial and investment options. Position will be responsible for gathering data/information from various sources and aggregate data into meaningful analyses. Position will require interfacing with M, P&T, Sales/Account Managers, Supply & Logistics Managers, and Strategy Managers. A key aspect of the position is to provide support to the Shell Polymers Commercial Manager and his two Regional Sales Managers.
Support/ Work closely with the Shell Polymers Commercial Manager (CM) to provide requested commercial analyses in a timely manner including development of economic analysis and any supporting negotiation mandates.
Support the Shell Polymers Strategy Manager with Global PE Strategy support and interface when required with the Chemicals New Business Development Group on various strategic studies globally.
Provide support to the CM, GM and VP of Shell Polymers as requested with various economic studies, quarterly risk reviews and senior management presentations.
Negotiation and management of PE raw material supply contracts such as additives, catalysts, and chemicals used in the production of PE.
Manage interface roadmap with M/Chemicals and day to day interface relationship.
Serve as a focal point for: records management (e.g., store and maintain all contracts in TRIM database) and the SharePoint site.
Maintain access to external databases and consultant reports used by the commercial team, along with relationships with external consultants and trade bodies (ACC, SPI etc.)
Perform E2E value chain, economic, and market analyses through the use of tools, while ensuring robustness of assumptions, especially those related to critical value drivers.
Help quantify value and risk implications of commercial terms in contracts. Support the broader commercial team with contract management.
On-going management of the PE project plan and regular updates.
Perform analysis/research to understand customers, competitors and supply/demand balances.
Collect, manage, and report out on competitive intelligence gathered by the team and 3rd party sources. Compile intelligence on Shell Polymers SharePoint site and disseminate key information as needed.
Management of the commercial risk register and regular updates.
Interface with identified cross-business contacts to obtain needed specific data.
Assist in preparations for various team meetings (e.g. weekly team huddles, monthly HSSE meetings, bi-weekly sales meetings, quarterly risk reviews), including developing of pre-reading and meeting notes, other meeting materials and logistics.
Keywords : Commercial Mindset, Polymers, Salesforces , Interpretation of data
Dimensions :​
Ability to work across many organizational levels and functional boundaries and effectively influence at senior levels without authority.
Ability to work on a very dynamic team with high levels of autonomy and little direction.
Aptitude to prioritize multiple tasks to focus on the highest value deliverables first.
Capability to adapt quickly to change and to work on ambiguous tasks.
Ability to collaborate with key stakeholders to structure problems quantitatively and qualitatively to deliver risk based decisions.
High quality (right first time) work standard expected, along with the ability to synthesize large amounts of data and information to define key messages and proposed actions.
Additional Information :
Development Opps This role provides an entry into the PE business and strong performance will lead to other opportunities within the team. It has no direct reports. Successful candidates would be eligible to grow into future roles in PE Manufacturing, Sales and Marketing, Product Management, Supply and Logistics, etc.
Principal accountability is to support Shell Polymers Commercial Manager with strong analytical support while becoming very knowledgeable about the Polyethylene business. This candidate should be able to contribute and grow in other future positions within the greater PE organization going forward.
Auto req ID:
94402BR
Country of Work Location:
United States
Company Description:
Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemicals companies with over 90,000 employees in more than 70 countries and territories. In the US, we have operated for over a century and are a major oil and gas producer onshore and in the Gulf of Mexico, a recognized innovator in exploration and production technology, and a leading manufacturer and marketer of fuels, natural gas and petrochemicals. We deliver energy responsibly; operate safely with respect to our neighbours and work to minimize our environmental impact. We are in search of remarkable people who will thrive in a diverse and inclusive work environment to deliver exciting projects locally and globally. People who are passionate about exploring new frontiers. Innovators and pioneers. People with the drive to help shape our future. Because remarkable people achieve remarkable things.
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Work Location:
Houston - EP Center Americas
Requirements:
Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer.
Bachelor's degree preferred. Technical Degree, Chemistry or Engineering, would be helpful, MBA would be a plus.
At least 5 years' relevant experience.
Strong strategic thinking skills and analytical capabilities. Strategic thinker; able to see the broad picture.
Strong Microsoft Office skills. Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint.
Economic modeling ability and experience.
Broad knowledge of the petrochemical industry is preferred. Experience in Chemicals or Manufacturing would be a plus.
Collecting, managing and analyzing data (customer and market). Must have the ability to interpret the data and provide succinct recommendations based on findings.
Well-developed interpersonal skills with strength in both advocacy and inquiry and the ability to balance the two to positively influence the team.
Excellent communication/presentation skills.
Self-starter, willing to take initiatives and able to work independently.
Strong Commercial acumen, interpersonal skills and customer focus is important.
City, State (if applicable):
Houston, TX

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