Rice Trader

DIRECT SEARCH ASIA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced analyst to support market analysis and strategy in the agricultural commodities sector. The ideal candidate should have 3–5 years of finance or commodities experience, along with a relevant bachelor’s degree. The role focuses on analyzing market trends, monitoring portfolios, and providing insights to the team. Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical abilities and be adept at communicating findings effectively. This position requires a proactive and adaptable approach in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in finance, securities, or commodities with exposure to futures markets.
• Ability to demonstrate strong analytical proficiency.
• Proactive and adaptable under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Analyze pricing and market trends to support decision-making.
• Monitor agricultural futures positions and related exposures.
• Consolidate segment-level holdings data and provide updates.
• Conduct sector data analysis to track market developments.
• Evaluate potential market opportunities through analysis.

Skills

Analytical proficiency

Organizational skills

Proactive teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, mathematics, statistics, engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Market Analysis & Strategy Support: Apply knowledge of agricultural commodities to analyze pricing and market trends across different regions, supporting data‑driven decision‑making.
• Commodities Portfolio Monitoring: Assist in tracking and reporting on agricultural futures positions and related commodity exposures, including both domestic and international markets.
• Holdings & Performance Tracking: Organize and consolidate segment‑level holdings data. Monitor account and position status, providing regular updates to senior team members.
• Industry Research: Collect, analyze, and interpret sector data to track developments and produce summaries on market trends and dynamics.
• Opportunity Evaluation: Identify and assess potential market opportunities based on quantitative and qualitative analysis.

Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of experience in finance, securities, or commodities, with exposure to futures markets and demonstrated analytical proficiency.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and planning skills, with the ability to communicate findings clearly.
• Proactive, responsible, and collaborative approach, with adaptability under pressure.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in economics, finance, mathematics, statistics, engineering, or a related discipline.