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Index Manager, Commodity

Index Manager, Commodity

S&P GlobalNew York, NY, US
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About the Role

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About the Role : Index Manager, Commodity

The Team : The Commodity Index Management team manages a diverse range of high-profile indices across various asset classes, including commodities, futures and derivatives.

Impact & Responsibilities : The Index Manager is responsible for overseeing a portfolio of high-profile commodity indices, ensuring accuracy and reliability across various indices. The Index Manager is tasked with preparing and delivering presentations to Index Committees. This requires an understanding of index performance, methodologies, and prevailing market trends. In addition to their primary responsibilities, the Index Manager serves as a backup for other managers within the team. This role necessitates a thorough knowledge of the entire product line to ensure seamless support and continuity of operations.

  • As an Index Manager, you will work collaboratively with a wide range of indices across global markets and must be able to analyze and implement complex index methodologies and solve non-routine problems on an on-going basis. The Index Manager is responsible for all aspects of an assigned group of indices and as part of that responsibility, makes recommendations for index calculation and presents changes to the index committee.
  • You will manage and participate in global projects with high visibility.

The Index Manager will become a subject matter expert and a back-up for the team leader.

In addition, the Index Manager will be required to :

  • Prepare and calculate S&P and Dow Jones branded indices, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of real-time and end-of-day index data to clients and end users
  • Perform analytical research to determine the composition of assigned indices, interpreting index methodologies and adjusting data in our calculation system, and adjusting the data to conform to the rules of the index.
  • Perform index rebalances by interpreting index methodology, running models and research for adds / drops, implementing changes and communicating these appropriately to clients, all with a focus on quality and accuracy.
  • Serve on the index committees and make presentations of original, non-routine analysis to committee in support of the indices for which the index manager is responsible.
  • Take responsibility for the management of high-profile indices, acting as an industry expert and displaying in-depth knowledge of our product lines.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance index methodologies and develop innovative solutions, particularly Product Management, Client Coverage, Index Services and IT Support.
  • Work in close coordination with the technology group and production support group to further enhance our system capabilities
  • Must be able to manage multiple projects and deadlines. The projects involve; requirements gathering, analytical thinking, compilation of data, and documentation
  • Must demonstrate an ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and platforms
  • Must have the ability to train new and current employees on best-practices for index management
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide guidance on client inquiries related to Commodity indices.

    • What We’re Looking For :

    Basic Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s Degree, with the desire to pursue further education and training
  • 1-3 Years of relevant experience. Understanding of global financial markets
  • Must be able to work independently on multiple projects with minimal direction or supervision.
  • Must have experience working with large date sets using Excel or SQL
  • Must be able to demonstrate excellent analytical and quantitative capabilities to solve original, non-routine problems in a timely and insightful manner
  • Superior computer skills in Excel, Word and related applications

    • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Advanced degree in business, math, economics, or finance or CFA program progress is strongly preferred
  • Ability to assume responsibility, work with others and manage projects
  • Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to coordinate work done by multiple people and / or groups.
  • Experience with commodities and futures.
  • Strong understanding of how indices are used, the impact of different methodologies, and the construction of non-equity indices
  • Ability to learn S&P’s proprietary index calculation engines
  • Knowledge of vendor terminals and vendors data and analytical platforms
  • Programming skills and experience preferably in Python and VBA

    • About S&P Global Dow Jones Indices

    At S&P Dow Jones Indices, we provide iconic and innovative index solutions backed by unparalleled expertise across the asset-class spectrum. By bringing transparency to the global capital markets, we empower investors everywhere to make decisions with conviction. We’re the largest global resource for index-based concepts, data and research, and home to iconic financial market indicators, such as the S&P 500® and the Dow Jones Industrial Average®. More assets are invested in products based upon our indices than any other index provider in the world. With over USD trillion in passively managed assets linked to our indices and over USD trillion benchmarked to our indices, our solutions are widely considered indispensable in tracking market performance, evaluating portfolios and developing investment strategies.

    S&P Dow Jones Indices is a division of S&P Global (NYSE : SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today. For more information, visit

    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 world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

    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. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

    Our Values :

    Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

    At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. 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 :

    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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