Freight Analyst

One of our global ship owner clients is looking to hire an energetic and driven Freight Analyst to join their team. As part of the founding research team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering comprehensive fundamental analysis of commodities' markets, including supply and demand. The individual will need to integrate commodities knowledge into freight research and be involved in formulating trading strategies. The ideal candidate would have 2 years of experience in commodities markets and freight shipping research.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fundamental analysis and provide clear short-term and long-term forecast on commodities' flows.
• Develop and maintain demand and supply models of global commodities' trade.
• Monitor daily news to identify and flag potential risks or changes in market condition that could affect forecast.
• Ability to package valuable insights and translate market impact effectively to stakeholders.
• Build and maintain network with commodities' contacts in the market for data and crosschecking information.

Requirements

• Ideally 2 years of experience in commodities' markets and freight shipping research.
• High level of proficiency in English and Mandarin would be ideal.
• Possess strong in-depth analytical skills, and is meticulous and organized
• Inquisitive and self-motivated individual who can work autonomously and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• SQL/Python knowledge as well as experience in using visualization tools (PowerBI, Tableau or Holistic) will be advantageous.
• Ability to effectively communicate within the team and to other stakeholders within the organisation