Biogas Commercial Operations Analyst

Company:  BP Americas, Inc.
Location: Chicago
Closing Date: 20/10/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

Entity:Trading & ShippingJob Family Group:Supply & Trading GroupJob Description:About usOur purpose is to bring together people, energy and markets to power and navigate a changing world. In a time of constant change and possibility we need new talent to pursue commercial opportunities, fueled by world-class insight and expertise. We’re always striving for more innovative digital solutions, sustainable outcomes and closer collaboration across our company and beyond, and you could be part of that too. Together we continue to grow as the world’s leading energy company!About the roleTrading & Shipping (T&S) maintains a large US portfolio of biogas offtakes and continues to expand its presence in Europe, distributing the physical biogas/biomethane and marketing the associated environmental credits. Biogas offers a strong route for decarbonization and is one of the fastest growing renewable energy sources in the world.This role offers a chance to join a growing team with a mandate to expand bp’s biogas activities globally. The Biogas Commercial Analyst role will focus on providing operational support, quality management, and analysis for several environmental programs (US EPA Renewable Fuel Standard, California Low Carbon Fuel Standard) and associated products. To ensure delivery of silent operations, the successful candidate will need to consistently and efficiently execute work processes and deliver excellent internal and external customer service. This role will act as a liaison with internal collaborators across multiple T&S entities and work closely with external parties such as customers, government agencies, consultants and biogas project developers/operators. The analyst will report to the Head of Biogas Commercial Operations, T&S LCT.Key accountabilitiesExecute the day-to-day operations of regulated environmental programs to generate credits in a compliant mannerManage accurate data in the system of record and provide analysis, forecast updates, and overall reporting oversight against the biogas portfolio.Foster a proactive and rigorous approach to data quality control and assurance, driving continuous improvement into the biogas commercial operations processSeek knowledge and maintain awareness of evolving environmental programs and the regulatory environmentAssist in the optimization of biogas volume across the US portfolioMaintain a commercial mentality to identify opportunities to optimize profits and lower costsWork closely with front, middle and back-office teams to ensure financial accuracy.Essential educationBachelor’s degree or equivalent experienceEssential experience and & job requirementsAt least 2-3 years of relevant energy industry experience, natural gas and/or biogas experience preferredStrong ability to interact and communicate across multiple interfaces and team membersAbility to successfully prioritize and complete tasks in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work with and interpret large data sets with acute attention to detailPassion to identify process efficiencies and implement changeTeam player with interpersonal, written and oral communication skillsAbility to build and maintain a network of contacts internally and externally to support role accountabilitiesAdvanced skills working with MS ExcelDesirable criteriaKnowledge and experience in gas/biogas marketsKnowledge of EPA’s Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) and California Air Resource Board (CARB) Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) programsExperience of working with programs or projects that follow regulations, standards and protocols to deliver products or servicesGrowth mindset – proven ability to learn and adapt quicklyWhy join bpAt BP, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.There are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, and excellent retirement benefits, among others!Travel RequirementUp to 10% travel should be expected with this roleRelocation Assistance:This role is not eligible for relocationRemote Type:This position is a hybrid of office/remote workingSkills:Legal Disclaimer:We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us .If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.

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