Analyst, Commercial Planning

ABOUT THE JOB

The Analyst, Commercial Planning position within the Optimization Department plays a crucial role in analyzing and optimizing commercial strategies to enhance profitability and efficiency within the Supply Chain Management Division. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams between AR and its affiliates such as DMT, AT, & AGT to develop and implement strategic plans, utilizing data analysis and market insights to inform decision-making processes. Ensures development of weekly production plans in line with monthly operating plans, accordingly, develops 13-week supply plans and is responsible for feedstock and product commitments in line with contractual obligations.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Production Optimization:

1. Responsible for cargo placements and date range finalization and coordinates with concerned marketing functions and site scheduling, logistics teams and senior specialist production optimization in this regard.
2. Collaborate with stakeholders across various departments to develop and refine 13-week Supply plan, in line with optimized production plans and lifting schedules of export and domestic markets.
3. Develop rolling 13 weeks Plan models and forecasts to support decision-making processes related to sales, inventory management, and supply chain optimization.
4. Follow up with the Refined Products Supply team on the execution of the 13 weeks Plan.
5. Coordinate with the concerned in the event of unplanned outages to ensure required adjustment in lifting schedules.
6. Monitor and evaluate the performance of commercial deal recaps, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
7. Support the contract negotiations and customer relationship management efforts.
8. Keep track of contractual commitments, actual deliveries, and variances thereof.
9. Manage and monitor inventories at optimal levels through engagements with Production Planning, Scheduling & Trading teams.
10. Prepare reports, presentations, and dashboards to communicate findings, recommendations, and performance metrics to key stakeholders.
11. Stay informed about industry trends, regulatory changes, and market dynamics affecting the refining business, providing proactive insights to the Production Optimization team.
12. Assist in ad-hoc projects and initiatives as required to support business objectives and strategic initiatives.

1. Act as Optimisation Sub-Committee (OSC) Secretary (if required), ensuring alignment with all stakeholders.

Documentation and Reports

1. Ensure preparation of required reports on historical supply and demand data.
2. Ensure preparation of required reports on future supply and lifting plans.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Minimum Qualification

1. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Economics or equivalent.

Minimum Experience & Knowledge

1. 6 years of experience preferably in the oil, gas, or petrochemical plants.

Skills:

1. Business Analysis.
2. Thorough understanding of refinery operations, planning, and scheduling activities.
3. Optimization modelling using spreadsheets and/or linear programming models.
4. Report writing and presentation skills.
5. Knowledge of the Oil and Gas Industry.
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
7. Proficient in verbal and written English. Knowledge of Arabic is preferable.