Senior Trader – Flat & Longs (Physical)

Redstone Commodity Search focuses 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. We are working with an international trading house that is 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 a 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.

If you match the job description and are keen on applying for this role, please send us a copy of your resume/cover letter to matt@redstonesearch.com or submit your application through the Vacancy Form.