About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Commodity Trader (primarily in metals trading and hedging for both ferrous and nonferrous) to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in commodity trading with complete understanding of financial instruments towards hedging of metals, with a proven ability to manage trading/hedging activities, build client/FI relationships, and generate profitable strategies aligned with risk management policy. Experience in trading metals is highly desirable and will be considered a strong advantage.
Key Responsibilities
- Market Analysis: Monitor and analyze commodity markets, identifying trends, opportunities, and risks.
- Trading Activities: Execute trades within assigned commodities in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Portfolio Management: Manage and optimize trading portfolios, ensuring profitability and alignment with market strategies.
- Client Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and other market participants like Banks/Fis/Commodity exchanges in metal trading and have necessary expertise to ensure hedging limits/documentation.
- Risk Management: Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks, ensuring stable returns through hedging instruments with both domestic and overseas commodity exchanges and banks/FI.
- Reporting: Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports on market activity, trading performance, and strategic recommendations.
- Compliance: Ensure all trading activities adhere to relevant laws, regulations, and company standards.
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
- MBA/PGDM in Finance is a plus.
- 3-5 years of experience in commodity trading.
- Preferred: Demonstrated experience in metals trading.
- Strong understanding of global commodity markets, including market drivers and trading strategies.
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and make quick, informed decisions.
- Proficiency in trading software and platforms.
- Knowledge of risk management principles and tools.
