The Commodities Trader will be responsible for executing and managing trades in commodities, including metals, energy, agricultural products, and digital assets. This role involves market analysis, risk assessment, and strategic trading to maximize profitability while ensuring compliance with global trade and financial regulations. The trader will also explore opportunities in blockchain-based commodity trading, leveraging digital finance and cryptocurrency markets.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Commodity Trading Experience
• Experience buying and selling commodities such as metals, energy, and agricultural products in global markets.
2. Market Analysis & Trends
• Strong ability to analyze market trends, price movements, and factors like supply and demand that impact commodity prices.
3. Risk Management & Hedging
• Proficient in using financial instruments, derivatives, and blockchain-based tools to manage risk and hedge trades effectively.
4. Strategic Trading
• Ability to develop and implement trading strategies aimed at maximizing profitability while minimizing risk.
5. Relationship Building
• Skilled in building relationships with suppliers, buyers, brokers, financial institutions, and logistics providers to ensure smooth operations.
6. Regulatory Knowledge
• Knowledge of global trade and financial regulations, with experience ensuring compliance in commodity trading.
7. Blockchain & Digital Asset Integration
• Interest or experience in integrating blockchain technology, digital assets, and tokenization into trading strategies.
8. Collaboration & Teamwork
• Ability to work closely with banking, payment, and logistics teams to execute trades efficiently.
9. Reporting & Communication
• Strong skills in preparing detailed reports on trading performance and providing strategic recommendations to management.
10. Global Economic & Commodity Market Awareness
• Up-to-date knowledge of global economic trends, commodity markets, and emerging trading technologies.