Lead Freight Analyst (de facto Head)

Redstone Search Group Ltd focus on offering 360° search solutions to the global commodities markets. With a competitive coverage of Trading Houses, Producers, Majors, Utilities, Merchants, Hedge Funds, Investment Banks and Brokerages; Redstone Commodity Search can confidently offer you an edge in today’s volatile market.

Redstone Search Group Ltd are working with a global commodity trading house who are establishing a freight and commodity analytics division and looking to hire a lead / senior analyst to spearhead the division based in London or Madrid.

Key Responsibilities / Tasks

• Own and build a best-in-class freight analytics capability from the ground up
• Deliver market analysis and forecasts across dry bulk (Capesize, Panamax, Supramax, Handysize)
• Generate actionable trade ideas across physical and FFA markets
• Partner closely with traders on risk, hedging, and PnL optimisation
• Develop models, scenarios, and data tools integrating AIS, flows, weather, and macro data
• Define the digital and data roadmap for freight analytics
• Role reports to Global Head of Shipping & Chartering

Key Qualifications / Experience

• 7+ years in dry bulk freight / shipping / commodities research
• Strong track record of forecasting and commercial impact
• Experience with freight derivatives (FFAs) is preferred
• Advanced modelling skills (Python/Excel) and data handling capability
• Commercial mindset with the ability to translate analytics into trading decisions
• Confident stakeholder engagement with traders and senior leadership
• Located in London, Madrid or open to relocation