About the roleAs a Senior Dairy Analyst, you will deliver timely, actionable insights to support procurement and manage commodity price risk. You will analyze global dairy markets, forecast trends, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to define optimal sourcing strategies. This role combines market research, data analysis, and strategic communication to anticipate market shifts and guide decision-making across dairy supply chain globallyKey responsibilities includeAnalyze global dairy supply/demand, understand farmers and industry behavior, supply chains constrain, production costs, and consumption trendsMonitor macroeconomic, political, FX, and speculative developmentsTrack weather patterns and their impact on marketsStudy futures markets, spreads, basis, and arbitrage opportunitiesDevelop mid/long-term crop and price forecasts while identifying risks and opportunitiesSource data, build and maintain price/statistical databasesAutomate analysis and visualization (Excel, SQL, Python, Power BI, Tableau)Advise sourcing teams and customers through regular updates and presentationsSupport sales teams in market discussions and strategy alignmentMaintain relationships with industry players (advisors, suppliers, producers, farmers…)Select and attend dairy industry conferences and workshops worldwideContribute to sustainability metrics and procurement strategiesAnalyze internal performance vs. market benchmarksSelect and test innovative approachesIdentify exposures and hedge using futures/options/OTC instrumentsManage broker relationships and contractsAssess hedge effectiveness and impact on marginsMaintain a derivatives portfolio as part of market strategy executionAbout youMaster's/Bachelor's in Agronomy, Economics, Finance, or related field5-10 years in market analysis or purchasing (trading/food industry preferred)Diploma in Statistics, Actuarial Science, or AI for time series forecasting is a strong assetStrong analytical skills and dairy supply chain knowledgeExperience in developing dashboard with data visualization tools (Tableau, PowerBI)Familiarity with Python, R, or other statistical toolsFluent in English; while German, French, or Chinese are a plusExcellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skillsCurious, autonomous, proactive, resilient, with a “can-do” attitude and strong team spiritTravel required 10-20%At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.If you want to learn more about Barry Callebaut, please find further information .Were you missing anything in this job ad? Please share your feedback with us by clicking .
