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Junior Market Analyst

The Junior Market Analyst supports the analysis and monitoring of soft commodities markets, contributing to market intelligence, reporting, and economic analysis used for strategic, commercial, and research purposes. The role is suited to an early‑career analyst with a strong interest in commodity markets, solid quantitative foundations, and the ability to work autonomously in a results‑driven environment.

The position follows a flexible, task‑oriented work model in which the timely delivery of accurate, high‑quality outputs is a key priority. Training will be provided. The role, which reports to the Market Research Director, is performed remotely, with availability for regular but infrequent international business travel. Initial training will be provided in Cagliari, Italy.

Key Responsibilities – Market Monitoring & Research

  • Monitor soft commodities market developments, including supply–demand dynamics, prices, trade flows, weather impacts, and regulatory or macroeconomic factors.
  • Conduct structured desk research using internal databases and external data sources.
  • Maintain and update internal market databases, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities – Data Analysis & Reporting

  • Support the preparation of regular market reports covering production trends, trade flows, pricing, and demand indicators.
  • Assist with ad‑hoc analytical requests from internal teams and external stakeholders.
  • Transform raw data into clear, structured outputs using Excel‑based (or similar) analysis, charts, tables, and written commentary.
  • Contribute to basic forecasting and scenario analysis under senior guidance.

Key Responsibilities – Stakeholder Communication

  • Communicate analytical findings clearly and effectively to colleagues and management.
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support informed decision‑making.

Market Intelligence Development

  • Support improvements in internal market intelligence tools, templates, and processes.
  • Assist in developing analytical frameworks, reporting formats, and sstandardised outputs to enhance consistency and usability of market intelligence.

Qualifications & Skills – Essential

  • Strong interest in soft commodities markets and applied economic analysis.
  • Degree in Economics, Statistics, or a related analytical discipline.
  • Fluent English, ideally supported by at least 6 months of study or work experience in an English‑speaking environment.
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and analytical tools, with solid proficiency in Excel or equivalent software; exposure to other data analysis, Business Intelligence, or programming tools is considered an advantage.
  • Ability to work independently in a flexible, deadline‑driven environment.
  • Ability to work remotely, with availability for regular but infrequent international business travel.

Qualifications & Skills – Preferred

  • Fluent in English and Spanish.
  • Exposure to market research or economic analysis.
  • Familiarity with statistical or market data sources.
  • Experience with business intelligence and data svisualisation tools.

Personal Attributes

  • Curious and analytical mindset.
  • Detail‑oriented, reliable, and structured.
  • Able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively, with a strong focus on completing assigned work and delivering results.
  • Proactive and solution‑oriented, able to identify issues and contribute constructively to resolving them.
  • Positive attitude toward working in multicultural and international environments.
  • Ability to work accurately under pressure and time constraints.
  • Motivated to grow into a specialist market analyst role.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Support Senior Managers of IFFO during seminars, meetings, and conferences.
  • Perform other tasks assigned by the Market Research Director.

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship, Graduate

Application question(s):

  • Would you be able to attend job training in Cagliari (Italy)?

Education:

  • Bachelor's (required)

Language:

  • English (required)
  • Spanish (required)

Willingness to travel:

  • 25% (required)

Work Location: Remote

Reference ID: Junior Market Analyst in soft-commodities
Expected start date: 04/05/2026

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