en

Services

We understand that no two organisations are the same. Find out more about how we've customised our talent solutions to help clients across South East Asia meet their needs.

Read more
Candidates

Together, we’ll map out career-defining, life-changing pathways to achieve your career ambitions. Browse our range of services, advice, and resources.

Learn more
Services

We understand that no two organisations are the same. Find out more about how we've customised our talent solutions to help clients across South East Asia meet their needs.

Read more
About Robert Walters Vietnam

Since our establishment in 2011, our belief remains the same: Building strong relationships with people is vital in a successful partnership.

Learn more

Work for us

Our people are the difference. Hear stories from our people to learn more about a career at Robert Walters Vietnam.

Learn more

Market Analyst - Plastics

Save job

Our client is seeking a seasoned Market Analyst to join their team in Ho Chi Minh. This role is an exciting opportunity for an individual with a strong background in B2B market analysis, particularly within the petrochemical industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing an in-house marketing function capable of obtaining direct market-specific and customer-specific information to aid with pricing and demand planning. This role offers the chance to work closely with key industry members and business leaders, providing valuable insights into the petrochemical market. * Develop in-house marketing function * Monitor local petrochemical market * Lead pricing decision-making and demand planning

What you'll do:

As a Market Analyst, your primary responsibility will be to develop an in-house marketing function that can obtain direct market-specific and customer-specific information. You will monitor the local petrochemical market, focusing on competitors, clients, and international conjuncture. Your role will involve preparing periodical market overviews, trend analyses, and CVP updates. You will lead pricing decision-making and demand planning initiatives. Your ability to analyse both the supplier side of the market and demand will be crucial in this role.

  • Analyse supplier side of the market including production capacity, volume, sales prices, and production cost
  • Analyse demand including volume for different grades, production capacities, and break-even analysis
  • Establish strong relationships with key industry members and business leaders
  • Develop and expand analytical tools and processes for determining market insights
  • Establish accurate pricing tactic decisions based on market data

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for the Market Analyst position brings a wealth of experience in B2B market analysis within the petrochemical industry. With at least 5 years of experience under your belt, you have comprehensive knowledge of the regional market including customers, competitors, suppliers, and the overall economic environment. Your high level of knowledge related to B2B pricing, supply-demand interdependence, market penetration strategies, CVP, GTM sets you apart from others. You are skilled in writing presentations and structuring information effectively. Your critical thinking abilities enable you to make data-based decisions.

  • Minimum 5 years experience as a Market Analyst in B2B segments related to petrochemicals and polymers
  • Comprehensive regional market knowledge
  • High level of knowledge related to B2B pricing, supply and demand interdependence, market penetration strategies, CVP, GTM
  • Strong skills in writing, presentation, and information structuring
  • Critical thinking and data-based decision making skills
  • Advanced Excel (BA, SQL etc)
  • BS or higher in Marketing, Statistics, Data analytics, Economics

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a leading player in the petrochemical industry with a reputation for excellence. They offer a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued. They are committed to providing their employees with opportunities for professional growth and development. Their dedication to innovation and continuous improvement sets them apart in the industry.

What's next:

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today!

Apply today by clicking on the link!

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Marketing

Focus: Trade Marketing

Industry: Chemicals

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Language: English - Professional Working

Location: Ho Chi Minh City

Job Reference: C072FJ-C5964AC0

Date posted: 14 May 2025

Consultant: Nhu Nguyen