Senior Crude Oil Market Analyst

Kpler

. Monitor, validate, and audit crude oil flows, inventories, and refinery data across North America .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in crude oil market analysis, with strong capabilities in data manipulation using SQL and Python. Proven ability to communicate complex market dynamics clearly and effectively while driving data quality improvements.

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Crude Oil Market AnalysisSQL Data ManipulationPython ProgrammingWritten Communication SkillsData Quality Improvement

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisRoot-Cause AnalysisCargo Movement AnalysisData ValidationMarket Commentary Writing

Soft Skills

Critical MindsetAutonomyCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

AI Developer ToolsClaude CodeCodexCursor

Industry Keywords

North American Crude FlowsRefining BasicsMarket StructureFreight DynamicsGeospatial Data

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor, validate, and audit crude oil flows, inventories, and refinery data across North America
Analyze cargo movements, supply and demand trends, and freight dynamics across the Americas
Investigate data gaps, inconsistencies, and system errors
Perform root-cause analysis and partner with engineering on permanent fixes
Write concise, data-driven market commentary and ad-hoc updates
Drive continuous data quality improvements
Use AI developer tools such as Claude Code, Codex, or Cursor to improve operational efficiency
Collaborate with Data Engineering, Product, Sales, and Customer Success teams
Address technical queries, support client engagement, and demonstrate data value
Transform physical trade flows into objective market commentary for global market participants

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 5 years of experience in crude oil or petroleum market analysis
Deep domain knowledge of North American crude flows, refining basics, and market structure
Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Engineering, Energy, or a related quantitative field
Strong technical capability in querying and manipulating large datasets using SQL and/or Python
Outstanding written communication skills
Ability to summarize complex commodity movements into concise, factual market updates
High degree of autonomy and critical mindset toward data accuracy
End-to-end ownership of assigned market coverage
Prior experience at an oil trading firm, energy market data intelligence provider, or financial institution (nice-to-have)
Broad understanding of refined products, LPG, and freight (nice-to-have)
Familiarity with geospatial/vessel tracking data, pipeline networks, and refinery infrastructure (nice-to-have)
Curiosity or hands-on experience using AI tools such as Claude Code, Codex, or Cursor (nice-to-have)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment
Equal opportunity employer
Fair, inclusive and diverse work environment
Supportive and accessible workplace culture
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