Market Research Analyst

Responsibilities of the Role ● Conduct primary and secondary research to gather industry-specific data, focusing on traded commodities such as aluminium, metals. ● Analyse market trends, demand-supply patterns, competitive positioning, and macroeconomic indicators to support market sizing and price forecasting. ● Utilise statistical modelling techniques and research methodologies to derive meaningful insights. ● Prepare comprehensive industry reports with clear data visualisation and structured analysis. ● Use benchmarking tools such as Porter’s Five Forces and SWOT Analysis to assess competitive landscapes and challenges faced by key market players. ● Work with forecasting techniques, including demand-supply modelling, price trend analysis, and industry growth projections. ● Leverage MS Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Word, with optional use of Python, R, to perform data analysis, generate insights, document findings, and compile the report. ● Collaborate with senior analysts, stakeholders, and industry experts to enhance research quality. ● Ensure the accuracy and reliability of data by cross-referencing multiple sources. ● Present research findings in a clear and compelling format to internal teams and external clients. Eligibility Skills - Must-haves ● Strong knowledge of market research techniques (survey methodologies, data collection, market sizing). ● Proficiency in data analysis, quantitative research methods, and statistical modelling. ● Expertise in competitor & market benchmarking tools (e.g., Porter’s Five Forces, SWOT Analysis). ● Ability to apply forecasting techniques to assess industry growth and price trends. ● Strong report writing and data visualisation skills. ● Proficiency in mathematics and statistics. ● Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. ● High attention to detail (data accuracy & quality). ● Effective communication skills (structured, engaging reporting). ● Project management skills (handling multiple projects & deadlines). ● Ability to engage and communicate with stakeholders for insights and data validation. ● Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, Statistics, Market Research, or a related field Nice-to-haves ● Master’s Degree (MBA, Master’s in Economics, Finance, Business Analytics). ● Marketing Research Certificate (MRC). ● Familiarity with industry verticals (e.g., aluminium, metal, petroleum, energy, manufacturing). Job Location: Kolkata Share your resume on hr@alcircle.com About AL Circle AL Circle Pvt Ltd is the world’s first and fastest-growing virtual ecosystem for the global aluminium industry. With a mission to innovate, connect, and enable global trade, AL Circle empowers users to learn, promote, and conduct business seamlessly within the trillion-dollar aluminium economy. Anchored by a legacy of industry fostering collaboration, and inspiring industry-wide progress. Addressing the entire ALuminium value chain from bauxite, alumina, and primary aluminium to end users and recycled metal, AL Circle is a one-stop solution for the global industry. ALuminium - the green metal, has a key role to play in the global efforts towards sustainability owing to its recyclability, lightweight, and numerous applications, and AL Circle’s motto is to further the path to net-zero for our industry through digital tools, reliable connections, and efficient transactions. AL Circle’s suite of offerings includes web platforms and mobile applications, the current focus of which are the news platform and the B2B marketplace, as listed below: AL News: https://www.alcircle.com/ AL Biz: https://www.alcirclebiz.com/ We are seeking a Market Research Analyst with experience to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for collecting, analysing, and interpreting data on market conditions, industry trends, and consumer behaviour to develop actionable insights for industry-focused reports. With strong analytical skills and industry expertise, the candidate will play a vital role in forecasting trends, benchmarking competition, and supporting strategic decision-making in the report planning process. Show more Show less