Marathon Petroleum

Trading Operations Analyst - Power

Marathon Petroleum$70K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, Economics, Engineering, Marine or related discipline required.
  • Three (3) or more years of experience in Commercial, Risk, Trading Analytics, Marine, Scheduling, or Marketing required.
  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to organize large amounts of market, cost, and operational data.
  • Clear and concise written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple recurring tasks at the same time.
  • Strong Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, lookups, charts, and structured data tables.

Responsibilities

  • Support power supply planning for refinery and industrial electricity needs across North America.
  • Track daily positions and reconcile differences between Traders, Commercial Risk, Operations, Producers, Customers, and other internal groups.
  • Monitor day-ahead and real-time power prices and key market events impacting trading performance.
  • Develop and maintain dashboards and tools to improve visibility into power market exposure and trading opportunities.
  • Collect, clean, sort, and organize large datasets from various sources for analysis.
  • Provide analytical support for trading strategies and commercial strategy development.
  • Prepare market updates, position summaries, and ad-hoc analysis for stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to build a foundation in power trading and refinery electricity exposure.
  • Engagement with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
  • Insight into commercial strategy and market dynamics in North America.
  • Possibility to interface with multiple departments, enhancing cross-functional experience.
Full Job Description
Position Summary

The Trading Operations Analyst will support the North America Power team with market analysis, trading support, electricity cost reporting, and data organization. This role will be focused on gathering, cleaning, sorting, and organizing large volumes of power market and facility cost data into clear analysis and concise internal communication. The role is intended for someone who is analytical, detail-oriented, highly organized, and interested in building a foundation in power trading, refinery electricity exposure, and North American power markets.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support power supply planning for refinery and industrial electricity needs across North America.


  • Support the Power Book Lead and trading team with daily tracking of power positions, market exposure, refinery electricity costs, and related commercial activity.


  • Support trading profit and loss, supply and demand models, and position reporting by tracking daily positions and reconciling differences between Traders, Commercial Risk, Operations, Producers, Customers, and other internal groups.


  • Track day-ahead and real-time power prices, forward curves, congestion, basis, load, generation outages, weather, natural gas prices, and other market events that may impact trading performance or refinery electricity costs.


  • Develop and maintain commercial models, dashboards, reports, and tools that improve visibility into power market exposure, electricity costs, hedge performance, spark spreads, and trading opportunities.


  • Collect, clean, sort, and organize large datasets from market platforms, ISO/RTO websites, utility bills, internal systems, spreadsheets, and third-party data providers.


  • Provide analytical support for new business opportunities, trading strategies, refinery power optimization, market intelligence, and commercial strategy development.


  • Prepare recurring market updates, position summaries, cost reports, ad-hoc analysis, and presentations for Commercial, leadership, Risk, Compliance, Finance, Operations, and other stakeholders.


  • Interface with back office, mid-office, internal business units, and external contacts on new customer setup, trade reconciliation, settlement support, commercial activity review, market intelligence, and issue resolution.


Education, Experience and Attributes

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, Economics, Engineering, Marine or related discipline required.


  • Three (3) or more years of experience in Commercial, Risk, Trading Analytics, Marine, Scheduling, or Marketing required


  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to organize large amounts of market, cost, and operational data.


  • Clear and concise written communication skills.


  • High attention to detail and strong follow-through.


  • Ability to turn messy information into clean summaries, tables, and action items.


  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple recurring tasks at the same time.


  • Comfortable asking questions, checking assumptions, and working across commercial, operational, technical, and financial teams.


  • Curious, reliable, and willing to learn power trading from the ground up.


  • Good judgment around accuracy, confidentiality, and business impact.


  • Strong Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, lookups, charts, and structured data tables.


  • Experience working with large datasets and identifying errors, outliers, missing data, and inconsistencies.


Skills

Accountability

Action Planning

Business Acumen

Commercial Awareness

Communication

Competitor Analysis

Data Analysis

Process Efficiency Improvements

Relationship Management

Results Driven

Supply Demand Analysis

Teamwork

Location: San Antonio, TX, Houston TX, Findlay OH

Estimated Travel: Less then 5%

This position grade may vary depending on candidate experience. The successful candidate will be placed at a level commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Location:
San Antonio, Texas

Additional locations:
Findlay, Ohio, Houston, Texas

Job Requisition ID:


Location Address:
19100 Ridgewood Pkwy

Education:
Bachelors (Required)

Employee Group:
Full time

Employee Subgroup:
Regular

About Marathon Petroleum

Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is in the business of creating value for their shareholders through the quality products and services they provide for their customers. They strongly believe how they conduct their business is just as integral to their bottom line. As a result, they strive to always act responsibly with those who work for them, with those business partners who work with them, and in every community where they operate.

Marathon Petroleum Careers

Joining Marathon Petroleum means becoming part of a leading global team in the energy sector, where job opportunities abound for those eager to advance their careers in a dynamic and inclusive environment. As one of the largest refining companies in the world, Marathon Petroleum is at the forefront of transforming the energy landscape.

Work You’ll Do

At Marathon Petroleum, your work will directly contribute to the company's ongoing success and leadership in the industry. You will collaborate with skilled professionals dedicated to innovation and excellence in all aspects of the energy sector. Our team's combined expertise fuels Marathon Petroleum's commitment to sustainable energy solutions and operational excellence.

Innovate and Lead

Step into a role that challenges and excites with Marathon Petroleum. Here, innovation isn't just a buzzword—it's a call to action. Our leadership is committed to fostering a culture where new ideas lead to groundbreaking solutions. This commitment to innovation and leadership is woven into every aspect of our business, from refining operations to environmental strategies.

Grow and Develop

Marathon Petroleum is deeply invested in the professional growth and development of its employees. We offer a variety of training and development programs, including leadership development, diversity training, and technical skills enhancement. Whether you're starting as an intern or a seasoned professional, you’ll find a pathway to personal and professional growth with us.

Be Part of Our Team

Our team at Marathon Petroleum is driven by a shared mission to excel. By joining us, you'll work alongside dedicated professionals who are passionate about their roles and the impact they have on the company and the industry. Our collaborative environment supports career advancement and fosters a culture of professional enrichment.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Marathon Petroleum, we believe diversity drives innovation. Our inclusive culture welcomes all perspectives and encourages a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities, ensuring that all team members have the resources they need to succeed.

Explore Job Opportunities

Marathon Petroleum offers a range of job opportunities across various functions of the business. From internships that provide real-world experience to full-time positions in engineering, business, and more, there’s a place for your skills and passions here.

Future-Proof Your Career

With Marathon Petroleum, you are not just finding a job; you are building a career equipped with the tools for success in the ever-evolving energy sector. Our robust benefits package supports your health, well-being, and financial security, allowing you to focus on professional development and career advancement.

Stay Connected

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Learn more about Marathon Petroleum
Size
17,700 employees
Market Cap
$53 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$9.8 billion
Founded
2005
5 Year Trend
+13.8%
Revenue
$74.9 billion
NASDAQ

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