b'Junior Business Analyst \xe2\x80\x93 Crude & Refined\nJob Function: Junior Business Analyst, Consulting, Risk Management/Assessment\nJob Industry: ETRM, Energy Trading, Crude & Refined\nLocation:\nHouston\nAmphora, Inc. is the premier software solution provider for energy transactions and risk management,\nconstantly launching new products to meet the needs of our customers and allow them to adjust to\ndynamic market demands. Amphora is seeking a Junior Business Analyst to assist with implementation of\nsoftware solutions to our growing client base.\nAmphora software solutions are a central element in risk management and transactional strategies\nfor global crude, refined products and energy derivatives, and are designed for performance that is\nessential in today\xe2\x80\x99s perfect storm of heightened regulatory scrutiny and tight energy market supply\nconditions. Amphora software enables our clients to handle any aspect of the energy commodities\nlifecycle around the world. At Amphora, our collaborative risk management approach coordinates logistics\nto help traders get closer to the asset and stay ahead of the market.\nAs a Junior Business Analyst in Professional Services for Amphora, you will assist with implementation,\nupgrade and customization projects for our clients. You will conduct the requirements gathering process,\ntranslate requirements to business processes, and identify and document any gaps to ensure that the\nproject is delivered successfully. As a Junior Business Analyst, you will be responsible for ensuring that\nour clients are able to successfully operate their business using Amphora software products.\nResponsibilities:\n\xe2\x80\xa2 Understand client organization\xe2\x80\x99s direction, structure and requirements.\n\xe2\x80\xa2 Be placed on client site to represent the vendor and assist in software implementation\n\xe2\x80\xa2 Analyze client organization\xe2\x80\x99s role in the industry and their competitive position, advantages and\ncompetitive pressures.\n\xe2\x80\xa2 Document and analyze required information and data.\n\xe2\x80\xa2 Identify and document system gaps.\n\xe2\x80\xa2 Propose solutions to problems and consider timeliness, effectiveness and practicality in addressing client\nneeds.\n\xe2\x80\xa2 Clearly articulate ideas and thoughts verbally.\n\xe2\x80\xa2 Prepare solution requirements specifications, business processes and recommendations.\n\xe2\x80\xa2 Develop accurate and complete plans for system testing, test conditions and, when required, user\nacceptance testing.\n\n(Continued)\n\n\x0c\xe2\x80\xa2 Follow through with commitments and foster mutual trust with project team members and client\nrepresentatives.\n\xe2\x80\xa2 Share acquired skills with team members through formal and informal channels.\n\xe2\x80\xa2 Demonstrate a thorough understanding of Amphora\xe2\x80\x99s delivery methodologies and communicate them to\nclient personnel.\nQualifications:\n\xe2\x80\xa2 Prior consulting background preferred \xe2\x80\x93 ideal candidate will possess a strong and established track\nrecord in delivering successful engagements.\n\xe2\x80\xa2 Energy trading experience \xe2\x80\x93 working with clients in support of the global crude and refined markets is\npreferred.\n\xe2\x80\xa2 Experience in both physical and financial trading environment is preferred.\n\xe2\x80\xa2 Creative, enthusiastic and able to thrive in a team environment.\n\xe2\x80\xa2 Excellent verbal and written communication skills.\n\xe2\x80\xa2 Travel required.\nEmployment Location:\nHouston\nAny applicant who is interested in this position may apply by regular mail to:\nMs. Jennifer Cervantes\nAmphora, Inc.\n10370 Richmond Ave. Suite 300\nHouston, Texas 77042\nor by emailing cover letter and resume to: hr@amphorainc.com'