Sphera is a leading global provider of enterprise software and services that enables companies to manage and optimize their environmental, health, safety and sustainability. Our mission is to create a safer, more sustainable and productive world.
Sphera is a portfolio company of Blackstone, a U.S.-based alternative asset investment company that focuses on private equity, technology and innovation, and more. Blackstone businesses succeed through strong partnerships, a personalized approach and a commitment to exceptional performance with uncompromising integrity. Sphera and Blackstone are leaders in the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) space.
We are guided by our core values of Customer Centricity, Accountability, Bias to Action, Innovation, and Collaboration. These values help us recruit the right talent to join our rapidly expanding team of around the globe. It is important to us that each and every Spherion is not only eager to challenge themselves and knows how to get work done but is an awesome addition to our company culture.
You will play an important role within our Risk Research Team and your contribution will add to the overall success of your team and the whole company. Are you an outstanding team player, passionate about delivering impeccable quality? Then join us as our new: Associate Risk Research Analyst!
What you will do:
Conduct time-efficient full analysis of published events from article research and analysis through customization and dissemination of risk information
Creation of tailored supply chain risk alerts for our end customers
In-depth research of publicly available specific risk information
Reporting on required data improvements to maintain high quality of reporting
Occasional cooperation with other departments and international colleagues
What we are looking for:
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in Supply Chain or Procurement would be a big plus, but is not a must
Very good knowledge of spoken and written English (additional language is a plus)
Excellent analytical, problem solving, skills and attention to detail
Working knowledge of economic and political trends in a global perspective, showing an active interest in current events
Reporting on required data and monitoring process improvements to maintain excellent quality of reporting
Flexibility regarding working time, including the ability to work in shifts (morning, afternoon and night)
What we offer:
A friendly, open-minded and international Team as a great work environment
Work with exciting technologies and support our growing customer base
Agile mindset stimulating your personal growth and professional development
An impact on our company and the business of our customers by bringing in your own ideas
Trainings to stay up to date with the latest industry updates
Sphera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues.
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What We Do
Sphera is the leading provider of integrated sustainability and operational risk management software, data and consulting services focusing on Environment, Health, Safety & Sustainability (EHS&S), Process Safety, Product Stewardship and Supply Chain Transparency. For more than 30 years, we have served 8,500 customers and a million-plus users in 100 countries to help companies keep their people safe, their products sustainable and their operations productive. We help enterprises build sustainable businesses while keeping people and the planet safe. Our solutions provide critical visibility and alignment across safety, risk, and supply chains -- empowering organizations to create lasting, sustainable impact.
Our Mission:
To create a safer, more sustainable and productive world by advancing operational excellence. Sphera's many internal initiatives, such as its annual Mentoring Program, running for its sixth year in 2025, supports staff in feeling and achieving their best. The goal of the Mentoring Program is to help participants achieve career development, personal growth, and create opportunities to partner with others from across the organization.
Why Work With Us
At Sphera we are solving some of the most important challenges facing the world today. Our staff, some of the world’s leading safety and sustainability experts, are meeting this challenge. Sphera is a hybrid company, with Chicago team attending SpheraIn days.
We are always looking for talented people who want to make a difference.
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