Data Analyst & Planner (Fuel Operations)

Job Title: Data Analyst & Planner (Fuel Operations)

Locations: Abuja, Warri - Delta, and Port Harcourt - Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Description

• The role requires experience in petroleum downstream operations, terminal/depot activities, or fuel supply chain management, with strong knowledge of SAP transactions, inventory reconciliation, consumption analysis, and operational planning in compliance with industry HSE standards.
• Our client is seeking a competent Data Analyst & Planner to support fuel operations within an oil and gas environment by analyzing operational data, monitoring fuel inventory, forecasting demand, and preparing performance reports for management decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Support continuous improvement initiatives through data-driven recommendations.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports and dashboards.
• Monitor stock reconciliation and investigate inventory discrepancies.
• Perform SAP transactions relating to inventory, procurement, and fuel movements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and HSE standards.
• Collaborate with logistics and operations teams to optimize fuel distribution.
• Generate management reports and KPI dashboards.
• Support budget preparation and monitor fuel expenditure against approved budgets.
• Monitor and analyze fuel inventory levels across operational sites.
• Conduct fuel consumption analysis and variance reporting.
• Develop forecasting models for fuel demand and replenishment planning.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Knowledge of fuel inventory management systems is an advantage.
• Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Experience with data visualization and dashboard development.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Advanced), Power BI, and SAP ERP.
• 3–5 years' experience in fuel operations, inventory analysis, logistics, or supply chain planning.