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Steel Market Research Analyst

Position: Full Time
Location: Sheffield

Shillito Group are supporting a leading international steel market analysis company in the search for a Steel Market Research Analyst to join its growing Sheffield based team.

This role plays a key part in delivering accurate and trusted market intelligence across the global steel sector. If you are detail oriented, commercially aware and passionate about the steel industry, we would love to hear from you.

Candidates currently working within the steel sector, or with previous experience in steel sales, purchasing, trading, operations, or related fields, are strongly encouraged to apply. Many members of the research team have successfully transitioned from industry based roles into market analysis positions.

Key Objectives:

Develop new and maintain existing relationships with industry experts and market contacts.
Monitor global steel market trends, developments and regulations.
Collect, verify, interpret and analyse market data.
Communicate market intelligence effectively to internal and external stakeholders.
Contribute to industry publications, reports and market commentary.
Maintain strict confidentiality and data integrity standards.

Duties Include:

Managing and developing a portfolio of research partners and market contacts.
Collecting accurate monthly market data and maintaining database records.
Building strong relationships with industry stakeholders to maintain up to date market knowledge.
Collaborating with internal teams to support pricing, forecasting and editorial analysis.
Participating in industry conferences, seminars and networking events.
Responding to client enquiries and providing informed market insight.

Responsibilities:

Maintain professional relationships with research partners and clients while safeguarding confidential information.
Manage and update your own portfolio of market contacts.
Work closely with pricing, forecasting and editorial teams to support publication accuracy and market analysis.
Contribute to departmental objectives through high quality research and collaboration.

Requirements:

Previous experience within the steel market or a closely related sector is essential.
Knowledge of stainless steel and/or carbon steel markets would be highly advantageous.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to interpret steel pricing structures and market trends.
Excellent communication skills; additional language skills are beneficial but not essential.
Self motivated with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits:

Annual bonus scheme
35 hour working week
Hybrid working available
Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
Additional birthday benefit
Contributory pension scheme
Private healthcare
Employee Assistance Programme
Death in Service benefit
On-site parking

If you are looking to transition your steel industry expertise into a market focused analytical role with long term career development opportunities, we'd love to hear from you!

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