Commercial Operations & Systems Deputy Scheduler
About the role
We are looking for a Natural Gas Operations Specialist to join our Global Procurement team in Houston, TX.
Responsibilities
- Maintain Deputy Scheduler readiness by training with the Senior Scheduler and, when activated, supporting nominations, confirmations, imbalance management, and pipeline communications in line with defined controls and escalation procedures.
- Become the business owner and super user for BASF’s natural gas ETRM platform (Entrade Enuit) by managing and improving Enuit Entrade workflows, ensuring master data accuracy, supporting transaction setup, troubleshooting issues, and driving continuous process improvements.
- Owning and completing trade confirmations, invoice validation, and settlements by reconciling transaction data, investigating discrepancies, and coordinating resolution with accounting, trading, and counterparties.
- Monitor and document operational activity including scheduled versus actual volumes, imbalances, and pipeline events to maintain accurate, audit-ready records aligned with internal & external approval / governance requirements.
- Enhance processes, controls, and reporting tools by identifying recurring issues, strengthening reconciliations, supporting user acceptance testing, and implementing practical improvements.
- Collaborate with traders, scheduling, accounting, and pipeline contacts to resolve time-sensitive operational issues efficiently.
Requirements
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Accounting, Engineering, Energy Management, or a related field.
- Have 1+ year of experience in natural gas scheduling, gas operations, pipeline operations, energy logistics, commodity operations, trade support, settlements, invoice reconciliation, or transaction-based systems.
- Possess working knowledge of natural gas scheduling concepts such as nominations, confirmations, imbalances, and time-sensitive operational deadlines.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and Excel skills with the ability to reconcile data and investigate discrepancies.
- Strong communication skills and sound judgment when working with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Able to support time-sensitive operational needs, including occasional after-hours, weekend, or holiday coverage.
Qualifications
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Knowledge of natural gas markets and industry regulations.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Skills
- Natural gas scheduling and operations.
- Excel and other spreadsheet software.
- Communication and collaboration skills.
- Problem-solving and analytical skills.
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements whenever possible.
- Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options.
- Comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members.
- Fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and other family forming benefits.
- Discounts on employee perks like the BASF wine cellar and BASF-branded merchandise.
- Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens.
Pay
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Schedule
Hybrid schedule available.
Company Information
BASF is a leading chemical company with a focus on sustainability and innovation. We provide a wide range of products and services to address the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges facing society today. At BASF, we believe that empowering our employees with the tools, guidance, and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in both their work and personal lives is key to creating a positive and productive work environment. Join us and be part of something bigger!
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.