What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Metal Trader position at Redstone Search Group?
Redstone Commodity Search focus on offering 360° search solutions to the global commodities markets. With a competitive coverage of Trading Houses, Producers, Majors, Utilities, Merchants, Hedge Funds, Investment Banks and Brokerages; Redstone Commodity Search can confidently offer you an edge in today’s volatile market.
Redstone Commodity Search are working with a global conglomerate looking to hire an experienced physical non-ferrous metal trader (primary products) to join their commercial team in Houston (or remote).
Key Responsibilities / Tasks
- Develop and execute trading strategies for non-ferrous primary metals to maximise profitability.
- Maintain and grow a portfolio of clients and suppliers, ensuring long-term partnerships.
- Conduct market analysis to identify opportunities in the physical and derivative metal markets.
- Negotiate and manage contracts, ensuring compliance with regulatory and financial standards.
- Collaborate with internal teams (logistics, finance, risk management) to ensure seamless operations.
Key Qualifications / Experience
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in physical trading of non-ferrous primary metals.
- Proven track record of profitability and risk management in metals trading.
- Strong industry network and ability to bring a transferable book of business.
- Knowledge of LME trading and hedging strategies with Familiarity with the US and global non-ferrous metals markets.
- To be located in Houston (or remote if needed / book strong enough) and currently a US citizen.
