Optimization Lead Analyst

Responsibilities

• Lead optimization activities across the Downstream value chain using advanced models and economic analysis.
• Own data quality and integrity for Group-level asset and market optimization.
• Prepare optimized bases for Business and Tactical Plans and steer Group-level scenario analyses.
• Identify supply chain bottlenecks, synergies, and key economic drivers to drive value creation.
• Provide margin management insights and economic input for executive-level decision-making.
• Support monthly scheduling and tactical execution with real-time optimization insights.
• Drive continuous improvement of optimization models, processes, and tools, including PIMS development.
• Act as a Group-level subject matter expert in optimization, linear programming, and refinery economics.

Requirements

• BSc/MSc in Economics, Chemical Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in scheduling, optimization, planning, or economic analysis.
• Strong understanding of refinery, petrochemical, commercial, and logistics processes.
• Advanced knowledge of optimization tools and their practical application.
• Proficiency in Microsoft technologies, specifically Excel and Power BI.
• Advanced fluency in written and verbal English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with optimization software tools such as PIMS.
• Strong understanding of asset and refinery economics.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office tools including DAX and VBA.
• Ability to translate complex optimization outcomes into clear business recommendations.
• Proven experience in value chain optimization and scheduling.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Annual cafeteria benefit.
• Private Medicare health insurance and life insurance.
• 13th-month salary.
• Unlimited cell phone plan for personal use.
• Access to top-tier strategic, technical, and leadership training programs.
• Clear horizontal and vertical career advancement opportunities.

About the Company

MOL Group is a leading international oil and gas company. Our Downstream organization focuses on optimizing refinery and asset performance through advanced modeling and strategic economic decision-making to shape the future of energy.