Associate Director, Research Design and Consulting

Posted:
8/9/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
George Town, Penang, Malaysia ⋅ Pasig, Metro Manila, Philippines ⋅ Penang, Malaysia ⋅ Metro Manila, Philippines

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Business & Strategy ⋅ Consulting

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

12

S&P Global Commodity Insights

The Role: Associate Director, Research Design and Consulting

The Team: The Associate Director, Research Design and Consulting will be responsible for leading a team of skilled research analysts and designing robust research methodologies to explore whitespace opportunities for S&P Global Commodity Insights customers and prospective markets. This senior leader joins an exceptional team that has a strong track record in supporting global Sales teams via account planning and market research. This role requires proven experience and expertise in both research design and sales consulting, partnering with Commercial teams to identify and capitalize on market trends as well as leveraging the potential of AI to build operational advantages.

Responsibilities and Impact:

  • Design and implement innovative research methodologies, including growth research techniques, to uncover whitespace opportunities and support revenue growth for a Fortune 500 company.

  • Manage research programs, including planning, execution, and evaluation, with an exciting opportunity to use data storytelling techniques to communicate research findings and shape the Commercial agenda of S&P Global Commodity Insights, a world leading provider of energy and commodities data, insights and technology solutions.

  • Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team of research analysts and research managers, providing guidance and support to ensure best-in-class research output and insights that help advance the Commercial initiatives Commodity Insights.

  • Collaborate with the division’s top Customer Experience and Commercial leaders and global stakeholders to understand business objectives and translate them into research strategies.

  • Tackle complex research and operational challenges amid a fast-paced Commercial environment, establish a culture of continuous improvement to elevate research processes, and establish measurement and evaluation frameworks to assess the impact of research initiatives.

  • Create a vision for the future by taking into account strategic priorities, industry trends and emerging technologies, including AI. Lead the team with empathy and confidence through organizational changes and business transformation.

What We're Looking For:

  • Exceptional research background with expertise in designing robust methodologies

  • Proven experience in leading and developing high-performing research teams from various cultural backgrounds, including a strong aptitude in coaching and mentoring team members

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with global stakeholders and ensure research insights are delivered effectively.

  • Strong proficiencies in managing a global research center of excellence, specifically data storytelling, program management, strategy and planning, complex problem solving, reporting, and measurement and evaluation.

  • Passion and aptitude in developing LEAN operations and driving continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with AI and its potential impact on research methodologies.

  • Preferred experience in a major management consulting firm, or similar organization

  • Living the S&P Global Values:

    • Discovery: Continuously seek new research methodologies and industry trends to drive innovation and uncover new opportunities.

    • Partnership: Collaborate closely with Commercial teams and global stakeholders to understand their needs and build strong relationships based on trust and collaboration.

    • Integrity: Uphold the highest ethical standards in research design, data analysis, and reporting, ensuring accuracy and transparency in all research activities.

  • Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Power Point and Word)

  • Experience in Data Visualization using PowerBI and Tableau.

  • Foundational knowledge in Alteryx, SQL, Python and Statistical tools are a plus.

  • MS or BS in Economics, Business, Management or/and Statistics.

The Schedule: EMEA Hours

About S&P Global Commodity Insights
At S&P Global Commodity Insights, our complete view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make decisions with conviction and create long-term, sustainable value.

We’re a trusted connector that brings together thought leaders, market participants, governments, and regulators to co-create solutions that lead to progress. Vital to navigating Energy Transition, S&P Global Commodity Insights’ coverage includes oil and gas, power, chemicals, metals, agriculture and shipping.

S&P Global Commodity Insights is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today.

For more information, visit http://www.spglobal.com/commodity-insights.

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.


Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:
 

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership


At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include: 

  • Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

  • Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

  • Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

  • Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

  • Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

  • Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.
 

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.  Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.  

 

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: [email protected] and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.  
 
US Candidates Only:  The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdfdescribes discrimination protections under federal law. 

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S&P Global

Website: https://spglobal.com/

Headquarter Location: New York, New York, United States

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 1860

IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Debt

Industries: Analytics ⋅ Business Intelligence ⋅ Credit ⋅ Enterprise Software ⋅ Finance ⋅ Financial Services ⋅ Information Services ⋅ Market Research