Biofuels Analyst - North America - Decatur, IL

Job Description

Biofuels Analyst - North America - Decatur, IL
This is a full time, exempt position 
 
Main Function:

This position conducts research and analysis on US Biofuels directly supporting the North America teams and various global ADM business units.  The analyst will be expected to reach an expert level of knowledge regarding US Biofuels Supply and Demand.  The work will not only focus on North American Biofuels but will also include in-depth analysis of government policy.  The individual will be able to find, analyze and communicate implications of both market and non-market factors from economic data, trends and market conditions. 

The successful candidate for this Analyst position will be part of the Economic Research team that actively guides, shapes, and advocates for company positions on Global Markets.  This position will focus on climate policy, renewable energy policy, and legislative policy. The Analyst will be responsible for staying up to date on key policy discussions across several venues, such as the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and the state and federal legislative bodies, and maintaining a consistent voice across advocacy venues.

The Analyst will work on multiple initiatives at a time and coordinate daily with the Global Economic team on energy and climate policy issues. This position will also involve partnering with other teams throughout the company in the development of analyses and written materials supporting ADM’s opinion, gathering relevant information and market data, and analyzing related state and federal legislative and policy proposals. As needed, the Policy Analyst may also be tasked with special projects related to emerging or complex energy policy topics. 

This role analyzes and communicates results in support of the company’s trading, commercial, finance and other teams. 
 
The position is based in Decatur, IL and will report to the Director Global Biofuels and Vegetable Oils, Economic Research..
 
Description of Work Performed:

• Regular written and oral updates on American and global markets, forecasts and special reports on topical issues
• Work with the team to integrate data and market updates into evolving data management and presentation system(s)
• Provide support to various colleagues to include making presentations, assisting with presentation preparation, data support, analytical reviews and other support, as needed
• Assist the team with continuous best practice improvement

 Knowledge & Skills:

• A bachelor’s degree in economics, international business or related subject; Master’s degree preferred
• 5-10 years of energy and or biofuel energy industry experience
• Knowledge of global agricultural markets
• Ability to work with and analyze multivariable models and to think globally
• Working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint and Access along with basic statistical methods
• Effective communicator (written and verbal) with the ability to tailor messages based on diverse audiences
• Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues at all levels of the organization as well as within external organizations
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines

Before applying for an exempt, non-exempt or hourly job opportunity, you are expected to initiate position for more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required.  a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor.  * If you’ve been in your current * If you’ve been in your current position for less than 18 months, verbal supervisor approval is required.   
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Hiring Manager-  Jakob DeHoust​
Recruiter-  John Wagner 
 

City

Decatur

State

IL - Illinois

Location Country

United States

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, in