Our client is a well-established commodity trading firm with a strong foothold in the oil and energy markets. With deep-rooted relationships across global supply chains, the company is now looking to expand into copper trading. Leveraging existing ties with copper producers, they are seeking a dynamic and experienced Copper Trader to drive this new initiative, develop a profitable trading desk, and capitalize on market opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Establish and develop a copper trading division within the company, leveraging existing relationships with copper producers and building new supplier and customer networks.
- Drive physical and paper trading strategies for copper, ensuring profitable and risk-managed transactions across global markets.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with miners, smelters, refiners, warehouses, and end-users to secure supply and off-take agreements.
- Monitor and analyze market trends, pricing, and supply-demand dynamics to identify trading opportunities and optimize commercial strategies.
- Work closely with the risk management, operations, and logistics teams to ensure smooth execution of trades.
- Develop structured deals, including pre-financing arrangements and long-term supply contracts.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and best trading practices.
- Collaborate with leadership to set up trading systems, infrastructure, and operational processes for the new copper desk.