Industry Analyst

Shanghai Metals Market (SMM); São Paulo; On-site; BRL 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Shanghai Metals Market (SMM) is seeking a candidate in São Paulo to develop networks within the Brazilian mining and metals ecosystem. Responsibilities include collecting data for price assessments, producing detailed market analyses, and engaging in market monitoring through field research.

The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, native-level Portuguese, and 3-5 years of experience in financial journalism or commodities consulting, along with solid analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in financial journalism, commodities consulting, or market research.
• Native-level Portuguese and professional fluency in English.
• Strong analytical skills to synthesize complex data.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a network of contacts in the mining and metals ecosystem.
• Collect and analyze transaction data for price assessments.
• Produce market analysis and thematic reports.

Skills

Networking

Data analysis

Journalism

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Journalism, International Trade, Metallurgy, or related field

Job description

• Market Intelligence & Sourcing: Deeply embed into the Brazilian mining and metals ecosystem. Develop and maintain a robust network of high-value contacts, including producers, traders, industrial consumers, and policy influencers.
• Price Assessment (PRAs): Collect, verify, and analyze physical transaction data according to company methodology to provide daily/weekly benchmark price assessments that ensure market transparency and authority.
• In-depth Content Creation: Produce high-quality market analysis, breaking news, and thematic reports. Interpret the impact of Brazilian macro-policies, environmental regulations, and logistics on global commodity flows.
• Market Monitoring: Conduct field research and attend industry conferences in São Paulo and major mining regions to capture first-hand information before it hits the mainstream media.
• Global Collaboration: Work closely with the Shanghai headquarters and regional offices in London and Singapore to synchronize data and provide a holistic view of the global supply chain.

Job Requirements

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Economics, Journalism, International Trade, Metallurgy, or a related field.
• Language Proficiency: Native-level Portuguese is mandatory. Professional fluency in English (written and spoken) is required for global reporting.
• Professional Experience: 3-5 years of experience in financial journalism, commodities consulting, or industrial market research. Familiarity with the Brazilian commodities market is highly preferred.
• Analytical Rigor: Strong ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights. A "sense for news" combined with a logical approach to price trends.
• Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional networking and interviewing skills, with the ability to navigate complex business environments and extract critical market data.
• Work Ethic: High resilience, results-oriented, and able to meet strict deadlines. A commitment to extreme data accuracy and ethical reporting standards.