Research Analyst, Light Vehicle Sales Forecasting

Grade Level (for internal use): 09

The Team:

You will report to the Americas Light Vehicle Sales forecasting manager, while working with experienced analysts from around the globe. You will join highly motivated analysts who foster teamwork and collaboration.

Responsibilities and Impact:

• Researching and analyzing the Canadian light vehicle market, creating forecasts, custom reports, and intelligence briefings for clients.
• Networking with key contacts in the automotive market to validate data and exchange intelligence.
• Assist in maintaining S&P Global Mobility’s Light Vehicle Sales Forecasts and related products, including our Canadian powertrain and vehicle electrification outlooks.
• Demand forecasting: Data coordination, data analysis and market forecasts. Understands and applies S&P Global Mobility forecast methodology/model; effectively utilizes S&P Global Mobility tools and data sources to form sound forecast conclusions; effectively utilizes S&P Global Mobility databases; Supports forecast assumptions with clients.
• Powertrain forecasting: Interpreting regulation and industry decarbonization research. Regional and OEM level analysis for sales-based powertrain forecasts.
• Analytics and data modelling: Building, supporting, and maintaining stable data workflows/pipelines from multiple sources. Understand the need from the stakeholders and fellow analysts and translate the need into well designed and developed systems.
• Collaboration: Project work involvement, including cross-regional and cross-team projects as needed.

What We’re Looking For:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree, preferably in economics, business, or equivalent in industry related experience preferably within the Canadian automotive market.
• Basic skills in data analytics tools such as Python, KNIME, Alteryx, R or similar.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office to include proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication skills to include writing, interpersonal, and presentation skills with both large and small audiences.
• Strong analysis skills and the ability to assess and interpret information.
• Well-developed relationship building skills.
• Passion for the automotive industry and working in a dynamic international team.

About S&P Global Mobility:

At S&P Global Mobility, we provide invaluable insights derived from unmatched automotive data, enabling our customers to anticipate change and make decisions with conviction. Our expertise helps them to optimize their businesses, reach the right consumers, and shape the future of mobility.

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 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.

Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Benefits:

• 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.

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.

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.