kpler - Senior Research Analyst, Middle Distillates
Requirements
• At least 5 years of professional experience analysing refined petroleum product markets, with deep domain expertise in middle distillates (diesel, gasoil, and jet/kerosene). • Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Engineering, Statistics, or a related quantitative field. • Comprehensive understanding of Asia-Pacific and Middle East refined product specifications, refinery economics, inventory dynamics, and key trade routes. • Advanced quantitative and data manipulation capability in Microsoft Excel, with demonstrated ability to analyze structured datasets independently. • Excellent verbal and written English communication skills, with proven confidence presenting complex market insights to executive clients and external audiences. • Established track record of publishing independent market research, market commentary, and directional trade ideas. • Familiarity with Chinese regulatory policies, export quota systems, or Mandarin language proficiency. • Hands-on experience working with Kpler data, AIS cargo-tracking tools, or specialized energy intelligence software. • Working knowledge of programming and data science languages such as Python or SQL. • We are a dynamic company dedicated to nurturing connections and innovating solutions to tackle market challenges head-on. If you thrive on customer satisfaction and turning ideas into reality, then you’ve found your ideal destination. Are you ready to embark on this exciting journey with us? • We make things happen • We act decisively and with purpose, going the extra mile. • We build together • We foster relationships and develop creative solutions to address market challenges. • We are here to help • We are accessible and supportive to colleagues and clients with a friendly approach. • Our People Pledge • Don’t meet every single requirement? Research shows that women and people of color are less likely than others to apply if they feel like they don’t match 100% of the job requirements. Don’t let the confidence gap stand in your way, we’d love to hear from you! We understand that experience comes in many different forms and are dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team.
Responsibilities
• Drive regional market analysis: Lead structured research across East of Suez middle distillates, integrating vessel movements, refinery runs, inventory shifts, and pricing signals into defensible market views. • Evaluate key supply mechanisms: Formulate comprehensive outlooks on Chinese export quota allocations, Middle Eastern and Indian export capacities, and regional margin dynamics across Singapore and South Korea. • Author high-impact publications: Write and publish regular market reports, thematic Insights, and trade recommendations with clear directional calls and evidence-anchored conclusions. • Assess geopolitics, policy, and infrastructure: Track refinery turnarounds, export duties, sanctions, and licensing policies to quantify their impact on regional balances and inter-basin trade flows. • Audit cargo flows and refinery yields: Cross-validate real-time vessel tracking data against physical refinery throughput and stock data to identify operational anomalies, yield variations, and re-export patterns. • Lead client and industry engagement: Deliver technical presentations at industry conferences, lead webinars, support commercial pre-sales efforts, and resolve complex client research inquiries. • Influence product innovation: Collaborate with Product and Engineering teams to address coverage gaps in East of Suez benchmarks and guide the enhancement of Kpler's data platforms.
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