Principal Consultant - Agribusiness

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

10The Team You will be part of S&P Global's North American Agribusiness Consulting team - a diverse group that serves both commercial and public sector clients with rigorous, data-driven analysis. The team operates across North America and maintains direct connections to S&P Global's agribusiness practices worldwide. You will also work closely with S&P Global specialists in energy, chemicals, energy transition, macroeconomics, maritime, and mobility - bringing a truly integrated perspective to complex client engagements.

Responsibilities and Impact · Execute consulting engagements across agribusiness, bioenergy, and adjacent value chains - structuring analysis, managing workstreams, and communicating findings directly to senior client stakeholders at agribusinesses, financial institutions, and trade organizations. · Translate S&P Global's fundamental outlooks for the agricultural supply chain - covering fertilizer, crops, proteins, and bioenergy - into strategic implications and actionable guidance that directly shape client decisions. · Assess the impact of critical global agribusiness themes - including production agriculture, biofuels, renewable energy, fertilizer markets, and agricultural trade policy - on client industries and business strategies. · Develop new analytical methodologies and intellectual property that advance project delivery and strengthen S&P Global's ongoing research capabilities in agribusiness. · Collaborate across geographies with North American and global agribusiness consulting colleagues and S&P Global analysts specializing in energy, chemicals, maritime, and macroeconomics. · Support the growth of the agribusiness advisory practice through contribution to consulting proposals and the development of new analytical frameworks for emerging markets and scenarios.

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 $83,313 to $138,431. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual's 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 eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here (https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries).

What We're Looking For Basic (Required) Qualifications · Experience: At least 3 years of experience in one of the following, preferably 5+:(1) strategy, market advisory, or management consulting with a direct focus on agribusiness, biofuels, renewable fuels, low-carbon energy, or related value chains; OR (2) corporate strategy, market intelligence, strategic research, business planning, or corporate development within a leading agribusiness, agricultural input, biofuel, renewable energy, or commodity-focused company · Education: Graduate degree (Master's or equivalent) in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Business Administration, Energy Economics, or a directly related discipline · Communication Skills: Demonstrated ability to structure analytical problems, develop logical narratives and storyboards, and deliver findings to external clients in both written and verbal formats · Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint, with demonstrated use in a professional analytical or consulting context · Collaboration: Demonstrated track record of delivering project outcomes as part of a cross-functional, geographically distributed team

Additional Preferred Qualifications · 5+ years of experience in agribusiness consulting, corporate strategy, or related analytical roles within agribusiness or commodity-focused organizations · Direct, applied knowledge of one or more agricultural supply chain segments: fertilizer and agricultural inputs, row crops and grain markets, proteins, or bioenergy · Prior experience building quantitative analytical frameworks or developing new market models within agribusiness or adjacent commodity sectors · Prior experience contributing to or leading the development of consulting proposals and new business development materials · Proficiency using Python or alternative programming languages for quantitative data analysis · Working proficiency in Thinkcell for professional-grade presentations

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 www.spglobal.com/energy.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

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.From 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. We’re 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 world's 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 can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you - and your career - need 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: 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.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged 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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