Senior Trader – Raw Materials (Physical)

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-making Raw Materials 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-making raw materials, 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 commodity markets.
• Conduct market analysis to drive business growth and enhance trading performance.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum 7 years of experience as a front-end trader in steel-making raw materials: iron ore, DRI, pig iron, coking coal, thermal coal, met coke, and related commodities, with a strong industry network / 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.