Summary: The Pricing and Purchasing team at IHS Markit delivers vital price, cost and inflation information that helps companies save millions of dollars. We do this by dissecting a material cost structure of our clients' suppliers, to provide a detailed analysis of their prices, costs, demand, and productivity. This provides our clients a strategic advantage in negotiating with suppliers, as well as a "blueprint" of when to make big purchases while minimizing risk. As a member of this growing team, you will develop, enhance, and expand our analyses and forecasts with specific emphasis on translating insights into relevant, actionable client solutions. Job Responsibilities: This Economist will act as a research assistant for our global metals team and will compile, monitor, and analyze price, supply, and demand data to deliver the most accurate metal price forecast to our clients. Specific responsibilities include: Compile global production, capital expenditure and capacity data from company reports and other sources Calculate endmarket demand factors for steel and other metals Create and maintain a supply-demand forecast model for the global metals market Work on other research projects as needed Required Education/Experience: BA/MA in Economics , 1-3 years of experience is a plus Required Skills and Attributes: Strong and adaptable research and analytical skills, including ability to interpret data and research, and write/produce structured, compelling reports Statistical / modeling experience, preferably in EViews Exposure to Python and Power BI is a plus Coordination skills; ability to prioritize own workload and work to deadlines and under pressure Excellent English speaking and writing capabilities Strong team spirit We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment drug testing. IHS Markit is committed to providing equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by the laws and regulations in any of our locations. We are proud to provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with IHS Markit and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please contact or call +1 212 849 0399. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are considered on a case-by-case basis. This contact information (email and phone) is intended for application assistance and accommodation requests only. We are unable to accept resumes or provide information about application status through the phone number or email address above. Resumes are only accepted through the online application process, and only qualified candidates will receive consideration and follow-up. IHS Markit maintains a substance-free workplace. In addition, in the United States, we perform pre-employment drug testing and are required as a federal contractor to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work. For information please click on the following links: IHS Markit Business Code of Conduct Right to Work EEO is the Law EEO is the Law Supplement Pay Transparency Statement Current Colleagues If you are currently employed by IHS Markit, please apply internally via the Workday internal careers site.