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Market Reporter - Americas Chemical and Polymer Job at S&P Global in Houston

S&P Global, Houston, TX, United States, 77246

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About the Role:
Grade Level (for internal use):
10 The Role: The Market Reporter of Americas chemical and polymer markets is the price reporter and pricing specialist covering Platts suite of spot prices, news, and analysis of the chemical and polymer markets across Latin and North America markets.

The Team: You will be joining a dynamic, people-first team that prizes effective collaboration and strong inter- and intra-team relationships. We value team members who are driven by results, are willing to help out their colleagues, and are keen to learn. We believe strongly in diversity, equity and inclusion and are committed to making all feel welcome and valued.

Responsibilities:
  • Reporting on daily physical trading activity to produce prices by gathering information from a range of contacts in the market.
  • Writing daily commentaries explaining the trends driving prices.
  • Creating real-time news stories and participating in multi-media coverage such as webinars and presentations.
  • Representing Commodity Insights at industry events.
  • Engaging with market participants while building and managing a database of industry contacts.
  • Identifying opportunities to refine methodology and launch new price assessments to advance growth in the Chemicals team.

Basic Required Qualifications:
  • Education: Journalist.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact with a wide range of role types and personalities, internally and externally.
  • Self-starter mindset with effective problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to perform well to tight deadlines.
  • Excellent English speaking and writing skills.
  • Culturally and socially sensitive.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience or knowledge of the chemicals, polymer or refining sectors or a keen interest in commodities and global commodity markets.
  • Knowledge of economic principles.
  • Strong numeracy skills including the ability to understand the basic principles of statistics and to apply basic maths functions in Excel.
Compensation/Benefits Information:
S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position starts at $85,000.00 USD. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual's geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.

Right to Work Requirements:
This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

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.

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 Values:
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Benefits:
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. 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, and financial wellness programs.
  • Family Friendly Perks: S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too.
  • Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by law.

US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster describes discrimination protections under federal law.

Job ID: 297610
Posted On: 2024-03-07
Location: Houston, Texas, United States #J-18808-Ljbffr