MEPS International is a leading steel market analysis company, specialising in independently researched global steel prices, indices and forecasts.
MEPS is seeking a dynamic Steel Market Research Analyst to join our team, based in modern offices at the heart of Sheffield - the UKs Steel City. This role is pivotal to maintaining MEPSs reputation for accuracy and integrity in the global steel market. If youre passionate, detail-oriented and driven, we invite you to apply.
If you are presently employed in the steel sector or have steel industry experience in a sales, purchasing, or related field, we would like to hear from you. Many of our research team come from similar roles in the steel industry and have transitioned smoothly into their positions here.
Key Objectives
* Develop new, and maintain existing, relationships with industry experts.
* Monitor global steel market trends and regulations.
* Collect, verify and analyse market data.
* Communicate market intelligence effectively. This could include the use of foreign languages where applicable, though this is not essential.
* Write and contribute to MEPS publications and news articles.
* Maintain data confidentiality and integrity.
Duties Include
* Maintain and develop a portfolio of research partners, ensuring accurate monthly market data collection, database management and contribution to MEPS publications and presentations.
* Regular interaction with research partners and industry stakeholders to maintain up-to-date market knowledge and data.
* Collaborate internally to support market analysis.
* Active participation at industry conferences, seminars and events to expand professional networks and promote MEPS.
* Address client enquiries and provide expert recommendations regarding the steel market.
Responsibilities
* Maintain strong relationships with research partners and clients. Safeguard the confidentiality of information received.
* Manage and update your own list of research partners.
* Collaborate with price and editing teams to ensure data accuracy.
Requirements
* Experience and expertise in the steel market or a closely related field is essential for this role, preferably in both stainless steel and carbon steel markets.
* High attention to detail and the ability to scrutinise steel prices, with in-depth knowledge of the steel pricing structure.
* Excellent communication skills, with proficiency in a foreign language highly regarded, but not essential.
* An ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating initiative and problem‑solving skills.
What we offer
* 25 days holiday entitlement, plus statutory bank holidays (3-4 days reserved for Christmas shutdown week)
* Birthday Day Off
* Contributory pension scheme
* Private Health Insurance
* Employee Assistance Programme
* On-site staff car park
* Six days per month of homeworking.
Join us at MEPS and help to guide our clients steel buying decisions with accuracy and integrity.
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