Market & Business Analyst

Position Overview

Sidwell Strategies is seeking a motivated, analytical, and entrepreneurial Market & Business Analyst to support executive leadership by providing market intelligence, business analysis, financial research, and strategic insights that drive growth across Sidwell Enterprises.

This position plays a critical role in identifying market trends, evaluating business opportunities, analyzing financial and operational performance, and supporting strategic initiatives across agriculture, food manufacturing, logistics, hospitality, commercial real estate, energy, and private investments.

The ideal candidate is intellectually curious, data-driven, and enjoys solving complex business challenges while contributing to the long-term success of a diversified organization.

• Monitor agricultural commodity markets including wheat, corn, soybeans, livestock, feed ingredients, and specialty crops.
• Track energy markets, interest rates, inflation, global trade, and macroeconomic trends.
• Analyze USDA, EIA, Federal Reserve, export, weather, and industry reports.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly market intelligence reports and executive summaries.
• Develop commodity and economic outlooks to support executive decision-making.
• Research emerging market trends, industry developments, and competitive landscapes.
• Maintain commodity pricing databases and economic dashboards.
• Create charts, reports, and presentations that communicate market insights.

• Analyze financial and operational performance across Sidwell Enterprises.
• Develop financial models, forecasts, and return-on-investment analyses.
• Evaluate business opportunities, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.
• Conduct market feasibility studies and competitive analyses.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, profitability, and growth.
• Monitor key performance indicators and prepare executive reporting.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning initiatives.

• Assist in evaluating new business ventures and expansion opportunities.
• Research emerging industries, technologies, and investment opportunities.
• Coordinate strategic projects across multiple business divisions.
• Support due diligence efforts for acquisitions and investments.
• Assist with grant applications, incentive programs, and economic development initiatives.
• Prepare presentations and reports for executive leadership and board meetings.

• Gather and analyze market, financial, and industry data from a variety of sources.
• Monitor legislative, regulatory, and economic developments impacting company operations.
• Research best practices, innovation, and industry benchmarks.
• Maintain organized databases and strategic research resources.
• Provide timely recommendations based on quantitative and qualitative analysis.

Bachelor's degree preferred in:

• Agricultural Economics
• Finance
• Business Administration
• Economics
• Agricultural Business
• Accounting
• Data Analytics
• Engineering
• Related field

Equivalent professional experience will also be considered.

• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Experience interpreting financial statements and market data.
• Ability to synthesize complex information into actionable recommendations.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience creating executive presentations and reports.

• Agricultural commodities and grain merchandising
• Business or financial analysis
• Commodity market research
• Strategic planning
• Investment analysis
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Data analytics and visualization
• Supply chain or logistics
• Project management

• Analytical and intellectually curious.
• Entrepreneurial and solutions oriented.
• Self-motivated with strong initiative.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Comfortable working with financial and operational data.
• Able to communicate complex information clearly.
• Passionate about agriculture, business, innovation, and continuous improvement.

• Agricultural commodities and grain merchandising
• Seed genetics and crop innovation
• Flour milling and food manufacturing
• Supply chain and distribution
• Brewing, hospitality, and food service
• Commercial real estate
• Private equity and strategic investments
• Business acquisitions and startup ventures
• Renewable energy and value-added agriculture

You'll work directly with executive leadership on high-impact projects that influence investment decisions, operational improvements, and long-term business strategy.

Compensation is competitive and based on qualifications and experience.

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development and continuing education
• Career advancement opportunities across Sidwell Enterprises