Grains Market Intelligence Manager

Expana; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Occasional travel to offices

Job summary

Expana is seeking a commercially minded Manager - Grains to lead market analysis on global grain markets, including wheat, barley, and corn. You will mentor analysts, drive client engagements, and help shape Expana's grains intelligence offering in a hybrid London/Moret environment.

You’ll report to the Senior Manager - Grains & Oilseeds, balancing deep analytical work with team leadership and client interaction to deliver high-quality research for global clients.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience analysing commodity or agricultural markets.
• Strong understanding of global grain markets and their key drivers.
• Proven ability to interpret large datasets and translate findings into clear commercial insights.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the confidence to engage clients and senior stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, organised, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
• Fluent English language skills, both written and verbal.
• Previous people management or team leadership experience.
• Additional language skills—French ideally.

Responsibilities

• Lead market analysis of global grain markets and provide actionable insights.
• Drive thought leadership, client discussions, webinars, and training sessions.
• Mentor and develop a team of analysts and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Represent Expana as a recognised grain market expert and engage with key stakeholders.

Skills

5–10 years experience

Grain market expertise

Data interpretation

Analytical & problem-solving

Communication & presentation

People leadership

Fluent English

French ideally

Job description

Expana is seeking a commercially minded Manager - Grains to lead market analysis on global grain markets, including wheat, barley, and corn. You will mentor analysts, drive client engagements, and help shape Expana's grains intelligence offering in a hybrid London/Moret environment.

You’ll report to the Senior Manager - Grains & Oilseeds, balancing deep analytical work with team leadership and client interaction to deliver high-quality research for global clients.