Senior Scrap Metals Trader (aluminium)

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 Midsize Metals trading house looking to hire a Senior Scrap Metal trader with a focus on Aluminium to join their team based in West Midlands, UK.

Key Responsibilities / Tasks

  • Develop and execute trading strategies for non-ferrous scrap metals, (particularly aluminium but also copper, lead, nickel, and zinc) to maximise profitability.
  • Maintain and grow a portfolio of clients and suppliers, ensuring long-term partnerships within the UK.
  • Collaborate with internal teams (logistics, finance, risk management) to ensure seamless operations
  • Contribute to the strategic development of the company’s’ trading division by identifying and pursuing growth opportunities in untapped markets.
  • Role reports to Head Trader.

Key Qualifications / Experience

  • 5+ years as a metal trader within Non-Ferrous Scrap Metal, predominantly across the UK markets with a focus on Aluminium.
  • Strong industry network with a transferable portfolio is advantageous.
  • Proven track record of profitability and risk management in metals trading.
  • Open to travel to meet customer/clients.
  • To be located in the Midlands, UK (On-site).

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.

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