Senior Commodity Trader

This global trading organization is seeking a Senior Commodity Trader to join its growing global team, with responsibility for developing and managing a trading portfolio across or adjacent to their current commodity portfolio.This role is ideal for a commercially driven trader who is looking to:Build and scale a book of businessLeverage existing relationships across global marketsOperate within a fast-moving, entrepreneurial trading environmentThe successful individual will play a key role in driving revenue growth while contributing to the broader expansion of the trading platform.The platform is open to traders across chemicals, polymers agrochemicals, and adjacent commodity groups, with flexibility to support new product lines where there is a clear commercial opportunity.Key ResponsibilitiesTrading & Book DevelopmentDevelop and manage a profitable trading portfolio across chemicals, polymers, agrochemicals or related commoditiesIdentify and execute buy/sell opportunities across global marketsBuild and expand a book of business, leveraging existing relationships and developing new onesMarket Analysis & Opportunity IdentificationAnalyze global and regional supply/demand dynamicsIdentify arbitrage opportunities and pricing inefficienciesMonitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer demandCommercial ExecutionNegotiate contracts with suppliers and customersManage pricing, margins, and deal structuresOversee transactions from origination through execution (including logistics coordination where required)Relationship ManagementBuild and maintain strong relationships with:Global suppliersCustomers across multiple regionsExpand presence in key global marketsCollaboration & Platform GrowthWork closely with internal teams (logistics, finance, operations) to ensure smooth executionContribute to the broader development of the trading platformShare market intelligence and support team-wide commercial initiativesCandidate ProfileCore ExperienceDemonstrated experience in:Buying and selling physical productManaging deals end-to-endProven ability to generate revenue through trading activityCommercial SkillsetStrong negotiation and relationship management skillsSolid understanding of:Pricing dynamicsGlobal trade flowsSupply chain and logisticsKey AttributesEntrepreneurial and self-drivenComfortable operating with autonomyCommercially aggressive with a focus on growthAble to work in a fast-paced, performance-driven environmentWhat’s on OfferCompetitive base salary + performance-based bonusSignificant upside tied to individual trading performanceEntrepreneurial, non-bureaucratic environmentAbility to build and scale your own trading bookExposure to global markets and international deal flow Why This Role is AttractiveOpportunity to operate within a true trading environment (not pure distribution)Ability to leverage and grow an existing networkAccess to capital and infrastructure to support deal executionClear path for progression into senior / leadership roles