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Location: 

Zurich, Zurich, CH, CH-­8050

Requisition ID:  16743

Holcim is the leading partner for sustainable construction, creating value across the built environment from infrastructure and industry to buildings. Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, Holcim has more than 48,000 employees in 45 attractive markets – across Europe, Latin America, Asia, Middle East & Africa. Holcim offers high-value end-to-end Building Materials and Building Solutions, from foundations and flooring to roofing and walling – powered by premium brands including ECOPlanet, ECOPact, and ECOCycle®. Find out more at www.holcim.com

WHO IS HOLCIM TRADING & SHIPPING?

Holcim Trading & Shipping is a global leader of seaborne trading service for construction, industrial, and specialty raw materials. Our team of international trading and supply chain experts provides sourcing, import, export, and shipping expertise to customers worldwide, solving complex sourcing challenges, offering reliable, cost-efficient and peace-of-mind solutions. We partner with our customers on a long-term sustainable journey towards supply chain excellence.

YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE

At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in. 

Join our amazing team and contribute as a:

WHO IS HOLCIM TRADING & SHIPPING?

Holcim Trading & Shipping (HTS) is the trading arm of Holcim Group, the world leader in the building materials industry. HTS is specialized to meet the needs of customers and suppliers around the world through a unique product and service portfolio provided from offices in Zurich, Singapore and Miami.

HTS delivers solutions for the seaborne import and export needs of cementitious materials, gypsum, solid fuels and other dry bulk goods. Teams of dedicated specialists manage a diverse network of seaborne logistics, operating bulk carrier vessels and specialized cement carriers. HTS is a leading international trader, meeting the needs of the cement/construction industry worldwide.

YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE

At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in. 

Join our amazing team and contribute as a:

Junior Market Analyst

Role Overview

 

The Market Analyst is responsible for the collection, processing, maintenance, reporting and analysis of BI data in Holcim Trading.

This role is a 10 months fixed term contract.



Key Responsibilities

 

1. Data Management

  • Read, screen, analyze raw data coming from various sources on a day to day basis, either quantitative data or qualitative

  • Conduct relevant research using various sources, from electronic database, websites, and other published sources, using sophisticated search engines, query tools, and other web technologies  

  • Set up/maintain/improve our commodities databases, statistics and related news

  • Improve and digitize data collection, processing and management processes

  • Support the implementation of new digital data management and reporting tools 



2. Reporting and Analysis

  • Regular and proactive communication with trading teams in order to validate and exchange information 

  • Visualize data (Powerpoint, Excel, Looker, Power BI, other visualization tools), and create relevant reports on countries / competitors / other relevant topics 

  • Prepare market reports, analysis, or dashboards to support the trading teams on their strategic initiatives 

 

 

 

Required Qualifications

 

  • At least 1-2 years of relevant experience in data analytics, market analysis, strategy, or similar area

  • Previous experience in corporate environment

  • Previous experience in seaborne logistics, data warehouse, trading or shipping market analysis will be a definite plus

 

 

Required Qualifications

 

  • At least 1-2 years of relevant experience in data analytics, market analysis, strategy, or similar area

  • Previous experience in corporate environment

  • Previous experience in seaborne logistics, data warehouse, trading or shipping market analysis will be a definite plus

 

 

Knowledge & Skills

 

  • A strong mastery of Excel (Pivot table, Power Query, Macros, ...). Mastery of PowerPoint 

  • Familiar with business analytics tools (i.e. Looker Studio, Qlik, Power BI, Tableau) 

  • Strong attention to details

  • Strong analytical and synthetic skills, ability to critical thinking

  • Ability to synthesize information and data into polished presentations

  • Results-oriented with the ability to manage priorities independently while maintaining a strong collaborative spirit

  • Mindset to challenge the status quo, improvement mindset

  • Capacity to work cross cultural borders where stakeholders reside in multi locations, at different level within the organization 

 

 

Education/ Qualification

 

 

  • Bachelor’s degree/master’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Data Analytics, or similar field

  • Experience with database tools and other applications for statistical analysis is a plus

 

Languages: 

 

  • Excellent English, written and spoken
  • Other languages is a plus

 

Benefits

 

  • Hybrid work contract

  • Family Support: Subsidized childcare and paid maternity/paternity leave

  • Professional Growth: Company-sponsored training and professional development.

  • Discounts and Perks: Subsidized meals, exclusive discounts, and company gifts for special occasions.

  • Long-service awards

  • Employee referral bonus

  • Pension and Savings: Access to a comprehensive pension fund and an employee savings scheme.

 

Holcim is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We support equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, national origin, gender, sexuality, disability, or age.

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