The Business Development Analyst supports the identification and evaluation of commercial opportunities within the supply chain. The role provides analytical insights into market dynamics, regulatory changes, and cost-to-serve efficiencies, ensuring data-driven decision-making. It also maintains the opportunity register for input into the Strategic Review Meeting as part of the EBM process.
Conduct market analysis to identify commercial opportunities, including regulatory developments, competitor activity, and emerging supply chain trends.
Support the evaluation of growth projects, including new supply agreements, partnerships, and asset investments.
Maintain the register of business development opportunities, tracking progress and ensuring structured input into the Strategic Review Meeting within EBM.
Analyse cost-to-serve efficiencies and identify potential optimisations within the supply and logistics network.
Support the development of strategic recommendations for enterprise-wide commercial optimisation, working closely with the Business Development and Excellence Manager.
Assist in the financial modelling of proposed initiatives, ensuring clear business case development and investment justification.
Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including supply chain partners and third-party infrastructure providers, to support new business initiatives.
Monitor and assess the impact of market-led changes, such as deregulation and shifts in fuel demand, on supply chain strategy.
Support the Business Development and Excellence Manager in strategy formulation, ensuring mid to long-term business plans incorporate commercial opportunities.
Contribute to continuous improvement methodologies, including benchmarking and performance tracking of business development initiatives.
Professional Qualifications & Certifications
Degree in business, economics, finance, supply chain, or a related field.
Work Experience
2+ years of experience in business analysis, commercial development, or supply chain strategy, preferably in oil and gas, energy, or logistics.
Experience in financial modelling, opportunity assessment, and cost-to-serve analysis.
Knowledge & Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate commercial opportunities.
Ability to develop business cases and financial models for investment decisions.
Knowledge of supply chain economics, logistics, and infrastructure development.
Understanding of regulatory and market trends affecting fuel supply and distribution.
Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and data analytics tools.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Application deadline:
11 November 2025