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 a trading house looking to hire a procurement specialist/trader with a book of Chrome ore and Lithium ore suppliers to join their trading team in Johannesburg.
Key Responsibilities / Tasks
- Develop and execute procurement strategies for Chrome and Lithium ore to meet increasing demand
- Negotiate contracts with preexisting and new suppliers to achieve best possible terms
- Ensure timely delivery of high quality materials, maintaining compliance with local laws and regulations
- Identify and evaluate new avenues for growth, both in expansion of existing projects and opportunities in new mineral and bulk commodities
- Role reports to general manager of trading
Key Qualifications / Experience
- 5+ years experience procuring Chrome ore, Lithium ore, and Manganese ore. Experience in Iron ore and Coal is beneficial, but not necessary
- Candidate should have extensive knowledge of laws, regulations, and customs in South Africa and Zimbabwe
- Proven track record of procurement is absolutely essential
- Strong negotiation, contract management, communication, and interpersonal skills are necessary
- Role is to be based in Johannesburg
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 or submit your application through the Vacancy Form.