Junior Commodity Analyst - Dubai

ACHYUTAM INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE LIMITED; Dubai; On-site; AED 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

ACHYUTAM INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE LIMITED in Dubai is seeking a Junior Commodity Analyst to support the Commodity Analysis team, tracking markets for sugar, rice, sesame, edible oils and more. You will collect data, build models, and prepare clear internal reports for stakeholders.

The role requires at least 5 years in S&D analysis of agricultural commodities and strong communication. Experience with sesame and/or rice is a plus; proficiency in Excel, Power BI or Python will help in forecasting and

Qualifications

• Minimum: Bachelor's degree in International Trade Economics Agriculture or a related field.
• Prior experience tracking specific commodities (rice and/or sesame) is an added advantage.
• Required experience: 5 years of experience in market research, trading or financial/commodity analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting and updating data related to commodity supply, demand and pricing trends.
• Support in building and maintaining fundamental commodity models and databases.
• Continuously monitor relevant market news.
• Actively network with relevant market participants to aid information gathering.
• Contribute to periodic internal reports.
• Help prepare presentations and reports for internal teams and management.
• Assist in evaluating data sources and maintaining data accuracy.
• Respond to requests from senior analysts and management for data or research.
• Learn and apply frameworks for commodity analysis gradually building independent analytical capabilities.

Job description

Job description

Job Title: Junior Commodity Analyst

Business Unit: *****

Location: Dubai

Job summary

The Junior Commodity Analyst supports the Commodity Analysis team in tracking and analyzing raw material markets. This includes commodities such as sugar rice ground nut sesame edible oils etc. As We expands into new product lines and geographies the scope of the role may also evolve. The role involves assisting in market monitoring collecting supply and demand data and preparing clear reports for internal stakeholders. The candidate is expected to bring at least 5 years of experience in S&D analysis of agricultural commodities and have good communication skills. Experience with sesame and/or rice would be an added advantage.

Main responsibilities

• Assist in collecting and updating data related to commodity supply demand and pricing trends.
• Support in building and maintaining fundamental commodity models and databases.
• Continuously monitor relevant market news.
• Actively network with relevant market participants (external) to aid information gathering.
• Contribute to periodic internal reports.
• Help prepare presentations and reports for internal teams and management.
• Assist in evaluating data sources and maintaining data accuracy.
• Respond to requests from senior analysts and management for data or research.
• Learn and apply frameworks for commodity analysis gradually building independent analytical capabilities.

Key relationships

Relationship:

Internal/External:

Brief Description:

Commodity Analyst

Internal

• Receive guidance share data and contribute to research projects.

Trading & Sourcing Teams

Internal

• Share timely updates on market movements and reports

Industry Networks

External

• Begin developing awareness of market trends through exposure to trade circles

Role Dimensions

Decision Making:

• No independent decision-making authority. Provides analytical support to senior staff.

Budget / Expenditure:

• No budget responsibilities.

Reports To:

Reports to Senior Commodity Analyst

Direct / Indirect Reports:

None

Job requirements

Required qualifications

Minimum: Bachelors degree in International Trade Economics Agriculture or a related field.

Preferred qualifications

Prior experience tracking specific commodities (rice and/or sesame) is an added advantage.

Required experience: 5 years of experience in market research trading or financial/commodity analysis (internships acceptable)

Preferred experience:

• Professional experience in S&D tracking and price forecasting of agricultural commodities.
• Exposure to Excel-based modeling or data analytics tools.

Knowledge & Skills

Critical Knowledge Requirements

Description

Commodity Market Fundamentals

Basic understanding of how supply demand and global factors affect commodity prices.

Data Collection & Validation

Ability to collect clean and validate large datasets from various sources.

Excel and Analytical Tools

Familiarity with Excel for modeling and basic proficiency in analytical tools like Power BI or Python.

Economic and Market Research

Understanding of key economic indicators and how they relate to commodity trends.

Communication Skills

Ability to convey the findings of analysis through reports and presentations.

Manager instructions

Required Skills

Level of proficiency

Microsoft Excel

Intermediate

Able to use formulas pivot tables and create basic models for data analysis.

PowerPoint / Power BI

Basic to Intermediate

Able to assist in creating presentations and simple dashboards.

Data Analysis & Research

Beginner to Intermediate

Can support market trend research and summarize findings

Written & Verbal Communication

Intermediate

Can clearly document insights and communicate with cross-functional teams.

Time Management

Intermediate

Able to manage tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.