Senior Price Reporter, Shipping and Freight
Houston, MS - USA
Job Summary
About the Role:
Grade Level (for internal use):
10The Team:
The Americas shipping team consists of five market reporters who assess freight for crude and refined products tankers and containers. The team also includes three researchers who handle expansive projects to widen our offerings to customers and differentiate Platts from competitors. The right candidate for this role will be a curious independent and enthusiastic team player with a keen interest in market reporting in a fast-paced dynbamic environment where market-moving changes can occur daily. We value and foster a collaborative team environment that encourages working together.
Responsibilities and Impact:
Americas Tanker Market Assessments - Assessing the value of a defined set of tanker markets with sharp accuracy on a daily basis. Travel is encouraged to scope out relevant events in the Americas and internationally for speaking/presenting opportunities and to widen source contacts. These include major S&P Global Energy conferences and important shipping events as well as site visits to critical shipping operations such as major ports and the Panama Canal. Growth within the Platts editorial division is encouraged and supported.
- High-Quality Market Commentaries Responsible for writing market commentaries associated with tanker freight assessments to help readers understand what is happening in the market and the rationale behind the freight rates
- Market News Reporting news and analysis relating to and impacting Americas tanker markets to help readers understand what is happening in the marketplace including news about supply/demand developments geopolitical events government data new developments in regulations analyses of price trends and other relevant topics.
- Market Engagement- Responsible for engaging with shipping market participants including brokers traders port authorities and other parties impacting tanker markets.
Compensation/Benefits Information: (This section is only applicable to US candidates)
S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $85000 to $105000. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individuals geographic location as well as experience level skill set training licenses and certifications.
In addition to base compensation this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is not eligible for additional compensation such as an annual incentive bonus or sales commission plan.
This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees please click here.
What Were Looking For:
Basic Required Qualifications:
- Drive to develop knowledge of North and South American oil shipping markets. Understanding of market fundamentals is necessary in order to develop subject matter expertise.
- Accuracy under time pressure. It is critical that we consistently deliver accurate assessments to the market.
- Excellent communicator and comfortable with public speaking or willing to learn
- Proven real-time newswriting capabilities
Additional Preferred Qualifications:
- Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Portuguese speaker valued
- Ability to use data to assign graphics with an eye toward infographics
- Interest in pitching and participating in podcasts Reel Pros and webinars focused on methodology and market dynamics
Right to Work Requirements:
This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.
About S&P Global Energy
At S&P Global Energy our comprehensive view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make superior decisions and create long-term sustainable value. Our four core capabilities are: Platts for news and pricing; CERA for research and advisory; Horizons for energy expansion and sustainability solutions; and Events for industry collaboration.
S&P Global Energy is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global enables businesses governments and individuals with trusted data expertise and technology to make decisions with conviction. We are Advancing Essential Intelligence through world-leading benchmarks data and insights that customers need in order to plan confidently act decisively and thrive economically in a rapidly changing global landscape. Learn more at In It For You
Our Mission:
Advancing Essential Intelligence.
Our People:
Were more than 35000 strong worldwideso were 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 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. Were committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
Our Values:
Integrity Discovery Partnership
Throughout our history the worlds 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 cantake care of business. We care about our people. Thats why we provide everything youand your careerneed 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: Its 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 awardssmall perks can make a big difference.
For more information on benefits by country visit: Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:
At S&P Global we are committed to fostering a connected andengaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills experience and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness transparency and merit ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration we drive innovation and power global markets.
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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.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
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