Oil Market Analyst/ Solution Consultant- Houston

3 weeks ago


Houston, United States Sparta Full time
Hey, we're Sparta Commodities  

We are a Swiss, VC-backed scaleup with a global reach. Our mission is to digitize the commodity trading market and become the leading platform for traders in all commodities verticals. We've already gained significant market traction and are financially backed by Venture Investors. 

Sparta was built by traders, for traders. We leverage our decades-long experience in trading with cutting-edge technology to help customers identify and capture forward market opportunities, on a live basis. As we expand our global footprint, we're seeking passionate professionals to join our team and contribute to our growth trajectory.

Responsibilities:

  • Cross-Commodity Sales Support: Collaborate closely with the sales team to further business objectives and client needs. Develop in-depth knowledge of Sparta's range of products with a view to supporting client interactions, together with the sales team, in the role of a subject matter expert. Ensure that analytical insights directly contribute to sales efforts and revenue generation in the oil commodities sector
  • Oil Supply, Demand, and Trade Forecasting: Sparta aims to become the best-in-class for oil fundamentals forecasting. Your expertise will actively contribute to Sparta's nascent forecasting service. A key focus will be developing, maintaining, and enhancing our supply, demand, and trade forecast models, for the US region. This project will increasingly leverage Sparta's unique high-frequency arbitrage data to predict trade flows. Work closely with our data science team to develop and incorporate machine-learning solutions where possible
  • Coordinate/Participate in Thought Leadership Events: Engage in coordinating and participating in thought leadership events within the commodities industry to bolster Sparta's presence and showcase expertise in oil fundamentals analysis
  • Participate in Cross-Functional Projects and Initiatives: Actively participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and driving business growth. Leverage insights from oil fundamentals analysis to inform decision-making processes and contribute to market analysis within the research team, in line with business objectives
  • Foster Strong Relationships with the External Market: Cultivate and foster strong relationships with external market stakeholders, including clients and industry partners, leveraging your connections within the commodities industry to enhance Sparta's influence and market presence

Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in oil fundamentals analysis with a focus on supporting sales efforts
  • Experience maintaining detailed supply and demand models is a must.
  • Strong understanding of the oil commodities market, data analysis, and technological trends
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including product, data, and sales
  • Proficiency in developing analytical models and machine learning solutions
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences
  • Entrepreneurial mindset, thriving in a fast-paced scale-up environment
  • Proactive problem-solving skills and ability to drive strategic vision while executing hands-on solutions
  • Well-connected within the commodities industry, with a track record of building relationships
  • Up-to-date knowledge of market trends, geopolitical factors, and regulatory changes affecting the oil commodities market

What's the culture like at Sparta?

At Sparta, our culture is not just a set of values written on a wall—it's a way of life. We embrace a dynamic environment where initiative is celebrated, challenges are met head-on, and innovation thrives.

We're building an environment where our employees thrive and excel in their work. Our aim is for every member of our team to take pride in their contributions. You'll collaborate with like-minded individuals who are passionate about our mission and deeply committed to crafting outstanding products and achieving success for our customers.

We operate remotely, understanding that a thriving, profitable company isn't just about being in the same location. We build our relationships through effective remote work methods and carefully planned in-person meet-ups.

What We Offer

  • A unique opportunity to shape the future of the commodities industry through innovative research and technology
  • A challenging and collaborative environment within a dedicated team of accomplished professionals
  • Flexible working, with occasional travel to a central hub for collaborative meetings and coordination.
  • Competitive salary and annual bonus structure
  • Attractive company stock option plan.
  • Yearly companywide meet-ups in sunny locations.
  • Training and education budget.
  • Private Medical Insurance.

Sparta Commodities is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and promotes diversity within its workforce. As an international business, we are determined that suitably qualified persons will never receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

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