Principal Analyst, Dry Bulk Shipping Research

S&P Global, Inc.; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global analytics firm is seeking a Principal Analyst for their Dry Bulk Shipping Research team. The role involves developing market intelligence, analyzing dry bulk freight trends, and communicating insights to clients. Candidates should have extensive experience in commodity markets and possess strong data analytics and communication skills. Collaboration with global teams and proficiency in tools like Excel and Power BI are essential.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years total commodity and freight market experience in dry bulk market analytics.
• Technical background in data analytics, machine learning, and economic forecasting.
• Highly skilled in Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain market intelligence and research flow for commodities.
• Provide analysis and insights on dry bulk commodities and freight markets.
• Communicate insights to clients through various formats.

Skills

Commodity and freight market experience

Analysis and analytical skills

Communication skills

Data analytics

Understanding of macroeconomics

Excel expertise

PowerPoint skills

Education

Degree level in a relevant subject

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

SQL

Python

Job description

About the Role

The Role: Principal Analyst, Dry Bulk Shipping Research

Role Summary: Principal Analyst, Dry Bulk Shipping Research will be a key role within the Commodity Insights' Research & Analysis business line responsible for developing and maintaining market intelligence and research flow for S&P Global Commodity Insight Shipping Analytics products. The key focus will be providing insights, analysis, analytical commentary and interpretation of current and future trends in dry bulk freight and commodities markets based on data-driven analytics and comprehensive demand and supply models.

Key Requirements:

• Play a key role in developing and maintaining market intelligence and research flow for S&P Global Commodity Insights Commodities and Freight Analytics product.
• Create market scenarios and actionable insights for dry bulk commodities & freight market and trade flow.
• Drive visibility for S&P Global Commodity Insights' clients into the dynamics of trade in dry bulk and freight markets.
• Provide analysis, analytical commentary and interpretation of current and future trends in dry bulk commodities and freight markets including supply and demand analysis.
• Communicate insights to clients through published notes, presentations, calls, emails and meetings with clients and prospects.
• Perform tasks and responsibilities as assigned based on priorities for team in order to meet/exceed requirements.
• Support new business development by performing ad hoc analysis tasks.
• Conduct original research and data mining to identify interesting, potentially marketable, findings in our data.
• Document research processes to establish internal standards.
• Work with Sales teams on analysis of reports and how to communicate appropriate information to the customer.

Role and Responsibilities:

• 6-10 years total commodity and freight market experience in dry bulk market analytics.
• Experience in physical and paper (FFA) trading will be beneficial.
• Technical/academic background in data analytics, machine learning and economic forecasting models will be beneficial.
• Expert knowledge of dry bulk shipping market analysis and freight demand and supply drivers based on strong understanding of macroeconomics.
• Excellent numeracy/written skills and comfortable working with large data sets from unstructured sources.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to establish and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Professional communication and presentation skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively with global S&P Global teams across different time zones.
• Highly skilled in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience in Tableau and Power BI will be beneficial.
• Knowledge of SQL and/or Python preferred.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience, in a relevant subject.

S&P Global Commodity Insights enables organizations to create long-term, sustainable value with data and insights for a complete view on the global energy and commodities markets.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please email [e-mail].