Analyst - Fertilizer

We are currently looking for passionate, driven and energetic analysts to join the business. Fertilizers are a key market for Argus and this role will be part of a global team working to expand Argus coverage and analysis of a strategic commodity sector. This role will work with under the guidance of our global nitrogen experts to help us strengthen the depth of our analysis of fertilizer markets, including the coverage of key nitrogen commodities.

The ideal candidate will be an excellent analyst and will thrive in a fast-paced environment. They will also be process-oriented and have a keen eye for detail. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a career in market analysis. You will get exposure to all areas of the Argus Media Analytics business, and work with a great team.

You will provide clients with the in-depth analysis, insight and perspective they require, contributing to our outlooks and analytics services. You will play a key role in building the business through development of propositions, products and services. Our Mumbai team of around 10 brings together industry experts and recent graduates from diverse backgrounds. Individuals that have a ‘can-do’ attitude and are prepared to play a role in all aspects of building the business will thrive.

What will you be doing?

• Support the improvement of continuously evolving analysis of the global fertilizer markets for subscription reports: outlooks and analytics services.

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of the core models to support the forecasting of supply, demand, capacity, imports and exports, price, production costs and margin analysis in the fertilizer.

• Lead components of delivery, under guidance from managers, providing input to the subscription analysis reports produced by Argus Media Analytics.

• Liaise with wider Argus staff to ensure current knowledge of Argus products and maintain current knowledge of major drivers and trends across commodity markets.

• Work with experts and analysts across our global offices to extract maximum value out of data collected and to deliver integrated analysis.

• Support the development and commercialization of new data-driven products.

Skills and Experience:

• Graduate / Master’s degree from a top tier university with minimum 2-3 years of experience in fertilizers sector; exposure to nitrogen sector shall be an added advantage.

• Highly numerate with experience analysing comprehensive datasets quickly and meticulously with excellent attention to detail and accuracy focus.

• Intellectually curious and able to demonstrate structured problem solving and analytical skills.

• Exceptional communication and relationship building skills.

• Strong IT skills including advanced Excel and PowerPoint; awareness of other statistical and programming languages such as R is an advantage.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks to deadline and to meet targets.

• Flexible in approach, highly motivated and willing to contribute to the growth of Argus’ Analytics Services.

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive salary

• Hybrid Working Policy (3 days in Mumbai office/ 2 days WFH once fully inducted

• Group healthcare scheme

• 18 days annual leave

• 8 days of casual leave

• Extensive internal and external training