About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

12

The Role s : Principal Analyst, Steel & Ferrous Scrap

S&P Global Commodity Insights, a premier sector-focused news and information provider, is looking to expand our Commodity Briefing Service team, part of the S&P Global Market Intelligence offering. In this dynamic role, you will take responsibility for developing and overseeing production of a monthly Steel & Ferrous Scrap CBS report, and other content, guiding the relevant analysts where applicable, and supporting client engagement initiatives in North America and the Americas. You will launch new forecasts and analysis, based on supply and demand fundamentals, policy initiatives and other factors.

The Impact :  S&P Global Commodity Insights and S&P Global Market Intelligence have solid reputations as premier sector-focused price- news-, and information providers. Our clients include a cross section of the broader Metals, Minerals and Mining sector from steel producers, mining companies, traders, vendors, consultants, regulators/governments and all those that operate within the financial and commodities markets such as Investment Banks, Investment Managers, Hedge Funds, Brokers, etc. We are a multinational organization that has built a robust franchise on data collection and standardization, layering on proprietary news and research, employing analysts, economists and geologists that are well regarded within the sector.

The Career Opportunity: In this high impact role, you will be responsible for lifting our analytical profile and expanding our footprint in the ferrous sector in North America through the development of new datasets and reports. As a thought leader, you will raise your presence as an authority on relevant commodities, supporting marketing and commercial initiatives focused on business objectives. You will get exposure to product development across teams, mentors, and work with experienced analysts on all aspects of the commodities value chain, as well as contribute to research across a wide range of other mined commodities and relevant downstream sectors. This will be a great platform for you to continue to grow and broaden your value professionally as the go-to contact among international media and our client base.

The Team / The Business : Our Commodity Briefing Service team provides in-depth expert insight into the metals and mining sector. Able to leverage off an unsurpassed level of experience and data, from worldwide exploration, development and production to strategic planning and acquisitions activity - this group delivers reliable, unbiased research and analysis drawn directly from extensive industry contacts, global news and other information sources. Our high-quality products and services help clients identify, benchmark and value new business opportunities, monitor competitors and market trends, and act on strategies more confidently and efficiently.

Our Hiring Manager says: "This is a very exciting opportunity to become the face of SPGCI’s ferrous analytics coverage in North America and the Americas. It is a brand-new position, meaning it offers plenty of scope and opportunity for the successful candidate to develop world-class content to our large client-base in the region.”

Requirements: The ideal candidate will have experience in a ferrous role, be educated to degree level or above, and have an enthusiastic and keen approach to learning and developing on their existing knowledge of commodity markets.

Responsibilities: Including but not limited to:

• Development and mentorship of team of analysts covering steel and ferrous scrap

• Assessing impacts of energy transition efforts on future demand for relevant commodities

• Researching, analyzing and publishing commentary on topical events pertinent to the ferrous and aluminium sectors

• Ensuring regular publishing and production of price forecasts, quarterly reports, and topical analysis

• Participation in business development activities and external representations as required, such as at conferences or client roadshows

• Communication on and defence of your work to clients

• Some business travel as required

Qualifications:

• Expert-level experience as a commodity analyst in the ferrous sector, preferably with direct exposure to a broader suite of commodities as well

• Understanding of environmental, social and governance concerns pertinent to the mining industry

• Degree educated, for example including mining finance, engineering, chemical disciplines, economics or business

• Advanced MS Excel Skills

• Solid numeric analytical and problem solving capabilities

• Familiarity with VBA, and SQL and/or Python programming language

About S&P Global Commodity Insights

At S&P Global Commodity Insights, our complete view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make decisions with conviction and create long-term, sustainable value.

We’re a trusted connector that brings together thought leaders, market participants, governments, and regulators to co-create solutions that lead to progress. Vital to navigating Energy Transition, S&P Global Commodity Insights’ coverage includes oil and gas, power, chemicals, metals, agriculture and shipping.

S&P Global Commodity Insights is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today.

For more information, visit http://www.spglobal.com/commodity-insights .

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

• 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, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, 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, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.

Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to:  EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com  and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person. 

US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf   describes discrimination protections under federal law.

20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), RESECH202.2 - Middle Professional Tier II (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority – Ratings - (Strategic Workforce Planning)

Job ID: 301568

Posted On: 2024-05-17

Location: Virtual, Pennsylvania, United States