About CRU: CRU International is a leading provider of business intelligence and consulting services in the metals, mining, and fertilizer industries. With over 50 years of experience, we offer valuable insights and analysis that help our clients make informed decisions in an ever-changing global market. About the Role: As a Product Modeller, you will play a pivotal role in generating accurate data on production, costs, demand, and prices empowering our clients to navigate the ever-changing global marketplace with confidence. If you are passionate about data-driven analysis and eager to make a significant impact in the commodities sector, we invite you to apply and help us illuminate the future of these vital industries. Responsibilities: Collaborate in a fast-paced environment, solving complex problems and managing data lifecycles Analyse business needs, formalise requirements, and design innovative solutions using cutting-edge tools like Snowflake Develop and optimize data models, ensuring high-quality outputs that drive client success Work closely with developers to implement solutions and champion best practices Contribute to continuous improvement through proactive review and bug resolution Present clear evidence of success, progress, separations of problems from solutions and lessons learned as part of diagnosing and managing change. Champion good practice with users. Create measures of data quality that can be used in marketing. Document models for internal staff. Proactively review and optimise data models and processes, anticipating any problems ahead. Reactively diagnose, prioritise and solve bugs. Test data models to ensure they meet business requirements and acceptance criteria. Essential Criteria: Qualifications: Degree in numerate discipline maths, natural science, engineering, computer science or economics Required Skills: 2-4 years of experience as Product Modeller/Data Analyst/ BI Developer or similar Proven ability to read and write maths and formal notation. Some experience with Excel, Excel formulas and data analysis is desired. Familiarity with Data modelling concepts such as Attributes, Annotations, Formula, Objects, Cube, Dataset, Slice, Range, Templates, Parameters, Instances, Value Tree, Landing Page, Dashboard of KPI and Data adopters. Familiarity with business intelligence analytics such as Market Lever Analysis, Profit Line Chart, Dimension Editor, Time-Based Canvas, Input Editor, Scenario Analyser, Fixed and Variable Cost Breakdown analysis. Experience with Python, SQL, HTML will be useful. What We Offer: Competitive salary and flexible benefits package Opportunities for professional growth and development as part of a global company A collaborative and supportive work environment The chance to work with industry-leading experts and over a diverse range of topics and projects Share Join the Team Markets are changing, and technology is advancing, making data expertise crucial for efficient, sustainable growth. At CRU, we help businesses meet these challenges as a leading data intelligence partner by staying adaptable, collaborative, and proactive.
You will be joining CRU International, a prominent provider of business intelligence and consulting services in the metals, mining, and fertilizer industries. With a rich history of over 50 years, CRU offers invaluable insights and analysis to assist clients in making well-informed decisions in the constantly evolving global market. As a Senior Analyst for Stainless Steel, your role will involve leading and delivering market-leading analysis and client-facing products. Your expertise will be pivotal in translating client and market requirements into impactful thought leadership, robust datasets and models, and engaging with high-quality interactions, all while ensuring the dissemination of knowledge within the team. Key Responsibilities: - Develop compelling thought leadership narratives on a global and asset-specific scale, incorporating cross-commodity insights. - Take charge of global stainless steel supply-demand research, including the construction, maintenance, and enhancement of datasets, models, and methodologies supporting CRU's Market Services. - Manage the organization and updates of customer-facing data series, while also identifying and implementing workflow and model improvements. - Conduct primary and secondary research, establish strong networks with market, industry, and institutional contacts, and consistently integrate insights into CRU's data. - Lead customer engagement activities such as meetings, demos, presentations, and webinars/events, secure keynote opportunities at Tier 1 conferences, and collaborate with the media to showcase CRU's expertise. - Drive commercial impact by representing assigned Market Services, nurturing key relationships, and collaborating with Sales/Marketing on renewals and new business opportunities. - Foster collaboration within the global Analysis team, share best practices, and mentor early-career analysts to support them in client interactions. - Uphold and exemplify CRU values of collaboration, proactivity, and adaptability. Qualifications: - Possess a degree from a top university or its equivalent in a relevant discipline. - A Masters degree (merit or above) would be advantageous. Skills & Experience: - Essential experience in the mining and metals industry; operational experience is highly beneficial. - Strong quantitative skills, creative problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in managing and interpreting complex datasets. - Demonstrated capability in constructing, delivering, and defending a compelling sector narrative. - Advanced analytical skills encompassing qualitative and quantitative inputs, with the ability to swiftly identify key trends and drivers to formulate distinctive insights. - Performance-driven mindset, consistently meeting objectives and deadlines with high standards. - Commercially astute, understanding subscription and advisory value drivers to maximize client value and sustainable revenue. - A strong team player who exhibits initiative and autonomy, a confident communicator who builds trust across all channels. In addition to a competitive salary and flexible benefits package, CRU International offers opportunities for professional growth and development within a collaborative and supportive work environment. You will have the chance to work alongside industry-leading experts on a diverse range of topics and projects.,