Job Description
Job Description
Commodities Trader
Role Overview
The Commodities Trader will play a key role in overseeing and expanding the firm's physical commodities trading platform, spanning origination, sales, logistics, and financial risk oversight. This position is suited for a driven professional with strong quantitative skills, a commercial instinct, and a solid grasp of global commodity markets and trade flows.
Working closely with producers, counterparties, and end customers, the trader will uncover new market opportunities, structure and negotiate transactions, and improve supply chain effectiveness. The role offers meaningful upside within a growing organization, including exposure to international markets and participation in strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Market Research & Commercial Strategy – Analyze market conditions, pricing dynamics, and supply chain trends to inform trading decisions and support revenue growth.
- Client & Counterparty Development – Establish and deepen relationships with existing and prospective customers and suppliers.
- Transaction Execution & Risk Oversight – Oversee the full lifecycle of physical commodity trades, from deal structuring and contract negotiation through execution and logistics coordination.
- Industry Representation – Attend industry events, conferences, and meetings to expand the company's network, source new opportunities, and strengthen market presence.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner with internal teams to ensure efficient trade execution, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement of operational processes.
Qualifications & Experience
- Professional Background: 2–5 years of relevant work experience; prior exposure to commodities is a plus but not mandatory.
- Education: Bachelor's degree required.
- Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication abilities in English.
- Analytical & Commercial Skills: Demonstrated ability to interpret market data, evaluate financial risk, and develop sound trading strategies.
- Work Style: Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of thriving in a collaborative, fast-moving environment.
- Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Travel: Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.