Product Analyst

Kemipex; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemicals company in Dubai is seeking a professional to conduct market research, develop product strategies, and analyze customer insights. The ideal candidate should have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering and strong analytical skills in market trends. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate cross-functionally and support sales teams with technical insights.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with a focus on market trends.
• Ability to conduct pricing analysis in volatile markets.
• Experience in customer feedback analysis.

Responsibilities

• Analyze global and regional market trends in chemicals.
• Define product value propositions based on market needs.
• Provide sales teams with technical product knowledge.

Skills

Market analysis

Competitor analysis

Pricing strategies

Customer insights

Education

Master's OR bachelor's degree in chemical engineering

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities

Market Research & Competitive Intelligence

• Analyze global and regional market trends in chemicals (e.g., specialty, commodity, industrial, agrochemicals).


• Track emerging applications, innovations, and end-user industry trends (e.g., automotive, pharma, coatings).


• Monitor competitor activities: pricing, product launches, partnerships, and regulatory changes.

Product Strategy & Positioning

• Help define product value propositions based on market needs and performance metrics.


• Support product managers in shaping the product roadmap aligned with customer demands and market gaps.


• Assist in identifying product opportunities or discontinuations based on market dynamics.

Sales Enablement & Support

• Provide the sales team with technical product knowledge, competitive comparisons, and customer-ready materials.


• Analyze customer segments and sales data to support strategic targeting.

Pricing & Profitability Analysis

• Conduct pricing analysis based on cost structures, competitor pricing, and market elasticity.


• Recommend pricing strategies to maximize margin and market share, especially in volatile markets like chemicals.

Customer Insights & Feedback

• Analyze customer satisfaction, usage behavior, and feedback to inform product improvements or feature development.


• Identify unmet needs or pain points in current offerings and relay insights to R&D and marketing teams.

Regulatory & Compliance Awareness

• Stay informed on regulatory frameworks (e.g., REACH, GHS, EPA, COFEPRIS) affecting chemical products and their usage.


• Ensure marketing and technical documentation aligns with compliance and safety standards.

Technical Publications & Industry Presence

• Support the creation of white papers, technical case studies, or application notes to highlight product performance.


• Participate in trade shows, webinars, and conferences to gather intelligence and represent the company.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as a strategic link between Product Development, Sales, Marketing, and Regulatory Affairs.


• Align internal stakeholders with market demands and commercial objectives.

Required Qualification

Master\'s OR bachelor\'s degree in chemical engineering.