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 an international trading house that are looking to bring onboard a Senior Steel Trader to enable them to expand into the EU/UK markets, to be based in London. This role is ideal for an entrepreneurial professional with a self-starter mindset, taking full ownership of the P&L for their traded commodity.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and execute trading strategies for steel products, identifying and expanding new markets across suppliers and buyers.
* Structure and negotiate trade contracts to optimise commercial outcomes.
* Manage risk exposure across the full trade cycle, ensuring profitability and financial security.
* Oversee derivative position management, leveraging deep knowledge of steel and related commodity markets.
* Conduct market analysis to drive business growth and enhance trading performance.
Key Requirements:
* Minimum 7 years of experience as a trader in steel: including flat and long steel, billets, slabs, coils, rebar, wire rod, and specialty steel. with strong industry network / a transferable book.
* Proven ability to originate and execute high-value trades.
* Expertise in risk management and financial exposure mitigation.
* Strong analytical skills, with a deep understanding of price trends and market dynamics.
* Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.