Principal Research Analyst - LPG

About the Role

Waterborne LIVE LPG

The Team : Principal Research Analyst - LPG will be a key role within the FCRS (Fuels, Chemical, and Resource Solutions) Shipping Analytics and Research business line responsible for developing and maintaining market intelligence quality and research flow for S&P Global Commodity Insights’ Commodities at Sea service and Waterborne LIVE LPG and Ethane.

In this role, she / he will report to the analyst team leader and partner closely with a globally distributed team of fellow analysts, data scientists and engineers and product managers to support this service.

In addition to helping own the quality of our commodity flows and fleet metrics data, this role’s key focus will be on writing and maintaining data-driven insights, analysis, analytical commentary and quantitative models on current and future near-term trends in the LPG and other related trade flows, marine and land-based inventories and other LPG supply-and-demand based concepts.

Responsibilities and Impact :

• Play a key role in developing and maintaining market intelligence, data quality and research flow for S&P Global Commodity Insights’ Commodities at Sea and Waterborne LIVE LPG and Ethane services.
• Provide analysis, analytical commentary, and interpretation of current and future trends in LPG commodities and trade flows including supply and demand analysis based on data sourced from governments, market intermediaries and other 3rd parties.
• Support the identification and vetting of potential new data sources that could enhance our models and outputs.
• Communicate insights to clients through published notes, presentations, calls, emails and meetings with clients and prospects.
• Conduct original research and data mining to identify interesting, potentially marketable, findings in our data.
• Document research processes to establish internal standards and support business continuity functions.

What We’re Looking For :

Basic Required Qualifications :

• an expert-level understanding of LPG trade flows and freight market structures, maritime shipping and macroeconomics
• at least 5 years total experience in commodity research and / or trading with at least 3+ years of experience in LPG market analysis.
• A technical / academic background in data analytics, machine learning and economic forecasting models that demonstrates excellent numeracy / written skills and comfortable working with large data sets from unstructured sources.
• Highly skilled in Excel and PowerPoint and experience in Power BI and writing in SQL and / or Python

Additional Preferred Qualifications :

• Excellent professional communication and presentation skills and the ability to establish and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with global teams across different time zones whilst simultaneously carrying out independent tasks and activities.
• Experience creating or modifying workbooks in Tableau
• A post-secondary education degree in a relevant subject

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.

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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.

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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.