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E0 Macroeconomic Theory
D0 Microeconomic Theory
L0 Industrial Organization

Deputy Chief Economist, Manager û Industry Portfolio Analysis--Serve as a subject expert on economic sectors and industry portfolio for management decisions across various functions or international regions within FedEx. The Deputy Chief Economist û Industry Portfolio, reports to the Chief Economist and supports the corporate Strategic Market Planning & Analysis division and other functions by providing analyses of risks and opportunities associated with key economic sectors. The position is expected to apply advanced quantitative methods to assess the risk/return characteristics and the value impact of new business initiatives, support and collaborate with business units, conduct sector related analysis and forecasts, and review the resulting interpretation and recommendations before submission to the Chief Economist. As subject expert, the Deputy Chief Economist is expected to produce high quality briefing reports on a regular basis and make presentations to internal and external audience as needed. Some travel is required. REQUIRED SKILLS: Ph.D. in economics, finance, or directly related fields from a reputable school is required. Minimum of five years work experience after receiving the Ph.D. degree in economic and business analysis with strong quantitative contents. Solid understanding of macro, micro and industrial economics theories and policy implications. In- depth knowledge of business sectors and the U.S. industrial structure. Ability to interpret high-frequency economic data effectively in a business operating environment. Demonstrated knowledge and use of personal computers; working experience in the third and fourth generation computer languages and statistical softwares such as SAS and Eviews. Working knowledge of UNIX or RDBMS. Strong human relations and communication skills (both verbal and written). Additional preferred skills: Knowledge of FedEx or transportation industry, in-depth knowledge of retail and high value-added durable goods sectors, and value chain management practice. Please apply online https://jobs-fedexservices.icims.com/fedexservices_jobs/jobs/candidate/job.jsp?mode=view&jobid=5391
[ JOE ID# 20070807001 ]

E0 Macroeconomic Theory
D0 Microeconomic Theory
F1 International Trade

Deputy Chief Economist, Manager û Global Trade Analysis--Serve as a subject expert on global trade and country output for management decisions across various functions or international regions within FedEx. The Deputy Chief Economist — Global Trade, reports to the Chief Economist and supports the corporate Strategic Market Planning & Analysis division and other functions by providing analyses of risks and opportunities associated with economic and market variables in countries of interest. The position is expected to apply advanced quantitative methods to assess the risk/return characteristics and the value impact of new business initiatives, support and collaborate with business units, conduct global trade related and country-specific analysis and forecasts, and review the resulting interpretation and recommendations before submission to the Chief Economist. As subject expert, the Deputy Chief Economist is expected to produce high quality briefing reports on a regular basis and make presentations to internal and external audience as needed. Some travel is required. REQUIRED SKILLS: Ph.D. in economics, finance, or directly related fields from a reputable school is required. Minimum of five years work experience after receiving the Ph.D. degree in conducting economic and business analysis with strong quantitative contents. Solid understanding of macro, micro and trade theories and policy implications. In-depth knowledge of global trade flows and drivers. Ability to interpret high- frequency economic data effectively in a business operating environment. Demonstrated knowledge and use of personal computers; working experience in the third and fourth generation computer languages and statistical softwares such as SAS and Eviews. Working knowledge of UNIX or RDBMS. Strong human relations and communication skills (both verbal and written). Additional Preferred Skills: Knowledge of FedEx or transportation industry, knowledge of global merchandise trade flow by modes of transportation and value chain management practice. In-depth knowledge of economic and political conditions of key countries/regional blocs. Please apply online: https://jobs-fedexservices.icims.com/fedexservices_jobs/jobs/candidate/job.jsp?mode=view&jobid=5391
[ JOE ID# 20070807002 ]