Analyst, Supply & Trading

Buckeye is the premier infrastructure and logistics provider for the world’s energy needs, both today and tomorrow. Since 1886, we have successfully navigated transitions in the way energy has been distributed to continually meet the needs of an evolving market and industry environment. Our people are a critical element to the success and longevity of our operational history and our future as we seek to thrive through the energy transition.

We own and operate a diversified global network of integrated assets providing midstream logistic solutions, primarily consisting of the transportation, storage, processing, and marketing of liquid petroleum products. We are committed to safely and responsibly providing world-class service to meet the continually evolving energy needs of our customers and the communities we serve. As part of this commitment to our customers, we are continually diversifying our platform and service offerings to enable less carbon intensive energy solutions and undertaking decarbonization efforts on our operations. 

Buckeye Partners is currently seeking an Analyst I, Supply & Trading in the oil and gas industry to join our team!

Role Summary

Support the Supply & Trading and Commercial teams by gathering, analyzing, and reporting market, operational, and commercial information. The Analyst will assist with monitoring market trends, preparing recurring reports, conducting research, and maintaining analytical tools that support informed trading and business decisions. This role works under the guidance of senior team members and contributes to daily commercial activities and special projects.

Responsibilities & Essential Functions

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly reports that support trading and commercial activities.
• Collect, organize, and analyze market data, including crude oil, gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and other refined products.
• Monitor refinery turnarounds, supply and demand fundamentals, and market developments impacting energy markets.
• Assist with tracking arbitrage opportunities, regional pricing differentials, and market spreads.
• Support analysis of EIA statistics and other publicly available industry data sources.
• Compile and distribute market intelligence and key performance metrics to the commercial team.

Market Research

• Review industry publications, news sources, and subscription services to identify relevant market developments.
• Summarize key findings and provide concise updates to traders and commercial leadership.
• Assist in researching emerging market trends and industry developments.

Analytical Tool Support

• Maintain existing analytical models, reports, spreadsheets, and dashboards.
• Assist in developing and improving tools used for market analysis, pricing support, and reporting.

Presentations & Communication

• Support the development of presentations and reports for management meetings.
• Assist with gathering data and preparing materials to communicate market insights and business performance.

Project Support

• Provide analytical support for business initiatives, forecasting activities, and special projects.
• Support pricing analyses, commercial evaluations, and business case development as needed.
• Assist senior analysts and commercial leadership with ad hoc requests and research projects.

Other Duties

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Position Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

• 1-3 years of experience in analytics, business analysis, market research, finance, supply chain, energy, or a related field.
• Energy industry experience preferred but not required.

Certificates & Licenses

• None required.

Other Skills, Attributes, and Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to organize and analyze large data sets.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative team player with a willingness to learn and develop industry knowledge.
• Demonstrated initiative and curiosity in understanding market and business drivers.

Physical & Safety Requirements:

• Normal office environment.

About You

To be successful in the Buckeye culture, our employees must possess a demonstrated commitment to environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance. Excellent communication, both written and verbal, as well as strong organizational skills are paramount. You must work independently and be able to exercise tact, discretion, and professionalism when dealing with internal and external customers, and when handling sensitive and confidential information. Buckeye wants to create and reward an organizational focus that stimulates the creative and entrepreneurial actions of its employees that result in innovative ways of reducing costs, generating revenues, improving productivity, or improving processes.  

Our People First Culture

From managing over 5,000 miles of pipeline to commercializing clean energy projects, our people collaborate to provide world-class service and meet the changing energy needs of our customers. Our employee-first culture means that we invest in our employees and equip them to be fully contributing members of high performing teams. We are focused on collaboration, inclusion, empowerment, accountability, and professional development. We want the best in you to bring out the best in us. Join us as we work together to build a business that is responsive to the needs of the future while continuing to serve the energy needs of communities today.