Data Scientist - VPR - Rotterdam

Company Description

VPR Energy BV is part of the Vitol Group, a global leader in the energy and commodities sector. With key operations in Houston, London, Singapore, Rotterdam, and 40 other offices worldwide, Vitol serves the world’s energy markets. Vitol invests globally in traditional and sustainable energy assets, including 17mm³ of storage, 500+ kbpd of refining capacity, and more than 7,000 service stations.

VPR Energy

Located in the Europoort-Rotterdam area, VPR Energy BV operates the most dynamic refinery owned by the world’s largest independent energy and commodities trading company. Our highly efficient and flexible 120 kbpd topping refinery processes gas condensate and crude oil into naphtha, jet fuel, gasoil, and residual fuel. These valuable products serve as feedstock in the petrochemical industry or as energy to heat homes and fuel marine vessels.

Every day, we leverage our expertise in refining crude and condensate blends, striving to be best in class in terms of energy reductions and sustainability targets. Our operations are managed from our office in Europoort Rotterdam by a small, highly engaged team with extensive knowledge and experience in processing, operations, and logistics. Our people build our reputation as a leading player in the energy markets through their creativity, commitment, professionalism, and entrepreneurial spirit.

As VPR Energy continues to grow steadily, we are seeking the next member to join our innovative team.

Job Description

The Data Scientist will act as an important support for the wider VPR performance team, using expertise to improve and enhance business activities. Core responsibilities include:

• Writing and implementing algorithms to extract, structure, and analyze data
• Applying existing software and tools, or developing new ones (including new data science methods and techniques) to transform unstructured, raw data into usable business information
• Translating insights obtained from data into concrete recommendations for business operations in written reports, dashboards, or presentations
• Managing and enhancing data streams and analyses
• Automating tasks such as data collection

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (for example econometrics, engineering, or mathematics)
• 2 – 5 years of relevant working experience
• Strong database programming skills (such as Python and SQL) and excellent knowledge of Excel
• Experience with CI/CD processes (e.g., Git)
• Ability to convey complex analysis in a concise and understandable manner
• Enjoys working in a dynamic environment
• A good command of the Dutch and English language

Additional Information

• Contribute directly to a large variety of projects
• Be part of a small and flat organization with lots of creative freedom
• Free in-house lunch, freshly prepared and catered daily
• Potential for travel to our Geneva and London office
• Competitive compensation and benefits package