Description
The Chemical Research & Analytics team at S&P Global is seeking a Chemical Market Analyst to support the regional and global Methanol & Derivatives team in generating chemical market intelligence.
The successful candidate will perform analysis of chemical value chain market trends, collate industry statistics and internal data to provide market insights, and regularly update supply/demand balances, trade flows, operating schedules, and price forecasts.
The role involves developing in-depth chemical market reports for the Chemical Economics Handbook (CEH) and related services, combining rigorous research with structured analytical frameworks.
Responsibilities:
- Perform modelling and analysis activities to develop and improve existing analytical models
- Conduct research into areas relative to the chemical industry, identifying new data sources and statistical analysis of results
- Support subject matter experts in the development and maintenance of supply/demand balances, trade flows, and price forecasts
- Write industry reports linked to the industry value chain covered
- Author Chemical Economics Handbook reports by leveraging own market knowledge and collaborating with internal subject-matter experts
- Respond to client inquiries and provide expert insight on covered markets
- Prepare presentations and develop presentation skills to engage with clients
- Work closely with other individuals and teams to ensure accuracy and timeliness of information and publications to clients
- Respond to client requests for data and analysis
Requirements:
- Up to 5 years of relevant experience in commodity markets, with exposure to petrochemical markets considered a plus
- Academic or professional background in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Economics, Finance, Business, or another numerate discipline
- Ability to manipulate and present data, with expert status in Microsoft Office and advanced Excel
- Working knowledge of Power BI/Tableau, SQL, and/or Python a positive
- Tenacity, with a natural curiosity about energy, chemical markets, and sustainability
- Well-rounded communication skills with good listening techniques, a concise writing style, strong verbal skills, and attention to detail
- Flexibility to work in a global team environment, spanning multiple time-zones
Benefits:
- Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body
- Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on
- Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills
- Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, and financial wellness programs
- Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you, S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too