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Market Research Analyst

Dubai (remote)

Are you an experienced market researcher/data analyst? Do you have SaaS or Maritime experience? This role could be for you!

This is an opportunity to join a company at the forefront of transforming the maritime industry. They embrace the latest technologies, from AI to automation, to lead the way in maritime solutions. You’ll have the chance to work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of global trade!

Responsibilities:

• Conduct Comprehensive Market Analysis – Gather, assess, and interpret shipping industry data, trends, and competitive landscapes to provide valuable insights that inform strategic decision-making across the organization.
• Leverage Advanced Analytical Tools – Utilize SQL, Excel, and leading market intelligence platforms to clean, manipulate, and analyze large data sets, ensuring that your insights drive data-driven recommendations and strategies.
• Track Industry Developments – Stay ahead of global trade patterns, shipping regulations, evolving freight rates, and emerging maritime technologies to identify both opportunities and risks for the business.
• Collaborate Across Teams – Work closely with key internal stakeholders, including sales, operations, and technology teams, to ensure research findings align with business needs and guide product development and market positioning.
• Develop Insightful Reports & Dashboards – Create clear, compelling reports, visualizations, and presentations that translate complex shipping data into actionable insights for leadership and other key decision-makers.
• Evaluate Market Expansion Opportunities – Assess new trade routes, port efficiencies, and customer demand patterns to inform investment and market entry strategies.
• Foster a Culture of Innovation – Continuously challenge existing methodologies, push for process optimization, and explore innovative approaches to market intelligence to stay at the forefront of the maritime industry.

Key Functions:

• Conduct in-depth market research to identify emerging trends, risks, and business opportunities in shipping, global trade, and maritime logistics.
• Leverage data-driven insights to support strategic decisions in commercial, chartering, and operational areas.
• Analyze vessel movements, port activities, and freight rate trends to build predictive models for market fluctuations and demand forecasting.
• Design, maintain, and optimize interactive dashboards and reports that present industry insights, benchmarks, and performance indicators for key stakeholders.
• Incorporate cutting-edge AI and automation tools to streamline data collection, analysis, and reporting processes.
• Stay informed on regulatory, environmental, and economic shifts impacting the maritime sector and provide proactive insights.
• Enable business development teams with competitive intelligence and customer insights to support growth initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve data accuracy, reporting consistency, and overall operational efficiency.

About You:

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in market research, data analysis, or maritime intelligence, with a proven track record of delivering actionable insights in the maritime or related industries.
• Technical Expertise: Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, Power BI, and Tableau. Experience with AI, machine learning, or predictive analytics is a plus.
• Industry Knowledge: A solid understanding of global shipping trends, freight markets, and supply chain logistics is essential.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and propose data-driven solutions.
• Communication: Excellent report-writing, presentation, and communication skills, with the ability to distill complex insights into clear, actionable recommendations for various stakeholders.
• Team Player: Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, bridging the gap between data insights and business objectives.