Dow Jones

Executive Director - North American Light Olefins Research & Analysis

Dow Jones$220K — $270K *
Energy & Utilities
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of experience in the petrochemical industry, particularly in sales, trading, purchasing, supply chain, or olefins production.
  • In-depth chemical industry knowledge, focusing on market dynamics of ethane, propane, butane, ethylene, and propylene.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing and mentoring research analysts.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of VBA and/or Python is a plus.
  • Broad experience in refining operations is an advantage.
  • Undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic growth initiatives for the NALO business by developing and managing business plans and budgets.
  • Provide continuous analysis of olefins markets and steam cracker economics, including forecasting and content creation for publications.
  • Cultivate and maintain client relationships while promoting organizational capabilities through speaking engagements.
  • Coordinate with Sales, Marketing, and other business lines to boost growth opportunities.
  • Direct and mentor a team of research analysts to enhance their professional development.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
  • Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Plans
  • Comprehensive Insurance Plans
  • Lifestyle Programs & Wellness Resources
  • Education Benefits
  • Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support
  • Commuter Transit Program
  • Subscription Discounts
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Financial Health Programs
  • Cybersecurity Protection
Full Job Description
Job Description:
About the Role:

As Executive Director, North American Light Olefins (NALO) Research & Analysis, you will be responsible for leading Dow Jones Energy’s NALO service and directing a research staff to provide insight into market dynamics associated with ethylene, propylene, and associated feedstocks. You will lead the NALO business for strategic growth, provide ongoing commercial management, and serve as the primary focal point for North American ethylene and propylene markets. You will report to the Vice President - Head of Olefins Research.



You Will:
  • Lead the NALO business for strategic growth by developing and managing business plans, budgets, and goals while directing and mentoring a team of research analysts
  • Deliver ongoing analysis of olefins markets and steam cracker economics, providing unbiased leadership, forecast methodologies, and written content for monthly and annual publications
  • Nurture client relationships, pursue speaking engagements to market organizational capabilities, and coordinate with Sales, Marketing, and cross-workflow business lines to facilitate business growth



You Have:
  • 15+ years’ professional work experience in the petrochemical industry - with significant experience in sales, trading, purchasing, supply-chain, and/or olefins production
  • Deep chemical industry knowledge and commercial familiarity with market dynamics across key product areas, including ethane, propane, butane, ethylene, propylene, and downstream olefins derivatives
  • Proven experience managing direct reports and mentoring junior to mid-level research analysts
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with VBA and/or Python knowledge
  • Broad experience in refining operations (a plus)
  • An undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering, a technical or other related discipline -OR- equivalent experience




Our Benefits
  • Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
  • Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Plans
  • Comprehensive Insurance Plans
  • Lifestyle Programs & Wellness Resources
  • Education Benefits
  • Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support
  • Commuter Transit Program
  • Subscription Discounts
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Financial Health Programs
  • Cybersecurity Protection

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Business Area:

Dow Jones - Energy

Job Category:

Data Analytics/Warehousing & Business Intelligence

Union Status:

Non-Union role

Base Pay Range: $220,000 - $270,000

We92re committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate92s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.

For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

About Dow Jones

Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, delivering content to consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats, including print, digital, mobile and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for more than 130 years and today has one of the world?s largest news gathering operations globally. It produces leading publications and products including the flagship Wall Street Journal, America?s largest newspaper by paid circulation; Factiva, Barron?s, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance, Dow Jones Newswires, and Dow Jones VentureSource.
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