Metals Market Analyst

COMMODITY INDEX SDN. BHD.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

COMMODITY INDEX SDN. BHD. is seeking a Market Analyst in Malaysia to monitor industry dynamics, collect data, and deliver in-depth market analyses for Chinese-speaking clients and regional teams. The role emphasizes rigorous research methods, strong communication, and collaboration within a growing regional hub.

You will engage in market monitoring, data collection, and interpretation, while supporting the expansion of the Kuala Lumpur office and regional outreach to clients and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Economics/Finance/Business or strong passion for these fields.
• Proficiency in both English and Chinese (reading, writing, and speaking), with excellent writing skills in Chinese.
• Strong logical analysis and fast-learning abilities, with basic industry analysis mindset.
• Genuine interest in market research, strong willingness to learn, and adaptability to fast-paced environments.
• Outgoing personality with strong interpersonal skills to effectively maintain information channels.
• Excellent communication skills, stress resistance, and strong team collaboration capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Industry dynamics tracking and analysis to monitor trends, identify hotspots, and provide in-depth interpretations.
• Market communication and research: maintain and expand market networks, gather market information and data.
• Data collection and analysis: organize information through market research and desktop studies, update the database system with AI insights.
• Apply industry research methodologies to study fundamentals, macroeconomic environments, publish market guidance prices and industry reports.
• Database and model optimization: participate in upgrading internal databases and data models for timeliness and accuracy.
• Other tasks: maintain industry relationships, conduct roadshows, publish insights, and participate in data-driven consulting projects.

Skills

Bilingual EN/CN

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics/Finance/Business

Job description

Industry Dynamics Tracking and Analysis: Monitor industry market trends, identify and analyze real-time hotspots, and provide in-depth interpretations.

Market Communication and Research: Maintain and expand market networks, foster long-term positive relationships with research targets, and gather necessary market information and data.

Data Collection and Analysis: Organize and analyze information through market research and desktop studies, leverage AI technologies to update and improve the database system.

Application of Industry Research Methods: Proficiently apply industry research methodologies to study industry fundamentals, macroeconomic environments, and development trends; regularly publish professional market guidance prices, write high-quality analytical reviews and industry research reports, and provide accurate industry insights.

Database and Model Optimization and Updating: Participate in optimizing and upgrading internal databases and data models to enhance data accuracy and timeliness.

Other Related Tasks: Undertake additional responsibilities including but not limited to maintaining industry relationships, conducting roadshows, publishing industry insights, and participating in data-driven consulting projects.

Job requirements

Bachelor's degree or above in Economics/Finance/Business or strong passion for these fields.

Proficiency in both English and Chinese (reading, writing, and speaking), with excellent writing skills in Chinese. The role supports our Chinese-speaking clients and regional team.

Strong logical analysis and fast-learning abilities, with basic industry analysis mindset.

Genuine interest in market research, strong willingness to learn, and adaptability to fast-paced environments.

Outgoing personality with strong interpersonal skills to effectively maintain information channels.

Excellent communication skills, stress resistance, and strong team collaboration capabilities.

COMMODITY INDEX SDN. BHD. is the local operating entity of Shanghai Metals Market (SMM) in Malaysia. SMM is a leading global provider of metals and mining industry data, benchmarks, professional insights, and event services. Headquartered in Shanghai, we are expanding our global footprint, with our Kuala Lumpur office playing a vital role as a regional hub.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Market Analyst?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?