senior physical trader(Battery Material)--A famous trading firm

Michael Page

  • Shanghai
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
  • Apply easily
The Senior Physical Trader will be responsible for managing trading operations within the industrial and manufacturing sector, focusing on physical commodities. Based in Shanghai, this role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to execute trades effectively in a fast-paced environment.Job DescriptionWhat you'll doThe electric vehicle (EV) and related new energy markets are forecasted to grow significantly in the coming decades, with Li-ion battery emerging as the major battery systems to power this growth. As a consequence of this growth there will be significant demand growth for key battery raw materials, including commodities such as Nickel, Cobalt, Lithium, and Manganese.A key part of the Base Metals Marketing strategy is to develop a long term presence in the battery raw materials segment, leveraging our existing position in Nickel, whilst also utilizing our trading, potential sourcing and origination capabilities / platform to establish a commercial position in this segment. This role will work alongside the Base Metals Marketing team to establish and build up the commercial footprint in Li-ion battery market, supporting the development and execution of the global marketing strategy.Key responsibilities will be to develop and manage external key stakeholder relationship (customers, suppliers, upstream / downstream commercial partners), supporting the company in sourcing the right products, and ultimately developing a credible trading footprint in the battery raw materials segment.KEY TASKSSafety, Health & EnvironmentWe give our all to eliminating injuries because we value life and are unconditional about safety, health, and well-being at work and at home.Every Marketing Employee will spend time each quarter working on activity which supports Physical Health and Safety.ComplianceAdherence to all Marketing policies and procedures, as well as observing proper standards of conduct relating to the role.Comply with company Security and Operating StandardsLeadershipInitiate working relationships beyond immediate team, fostering cross-commodity collaboration, innovation and synergies for the Marketing BusinessLead by example to embed the Marketing behaviours as the way the Marketing BU works together.Sales Strategy Execution and PerformanceSupport the delivery of the budgeted sales volume and P&L, including management of working capital targetsfor the region.Optimize value of the sales book through the optimisation of purchase / sale agreements.Understand customer specific value-in-use of various battery materials and supplier / customer trade-offs to create customer-specific sales / marketing solutionsBattery Material Trading Book ManagementDeliver the targeted P&L objective by trading (buying / selling) selected Nickel and Lithium battery materials.Grow the 3rd parting trading book as per business plan in terms of product portfolio, P/L growth target.Support S&O functions to secure long term supply for desired Nickel and Lithium products.Support the ex-China team in building a global battery materials businessBusiness DevelopmentDevelop new product strategies and customer targets.Identify and / or implement new commercial opportunities (e.g. logistics optimization, sourcing) through internal and external working relationships and interactions beyond immediate teamStakeholder Relationship ManagementDevelop key relationships across the Li-ion battery value chain, covering raw material suppliers / producers, downstream precursor / cathode material producers, battery cell producers, auto makersMarket IntelligenceAct as a source of market, customer and competitor intelligence for the battery raw materials segment.Provide timely, accurate and relevant information to support the execution of the sales and marketing strategyA Famous Physical trading firmCompetitive SalaryWhat we're looking for
  • Bachelor's degree, preferably in material science / metallurgy / engineering disciplines OR Advanced university qualifications, preferably in metallurgy, material science, and engineering
  • At least 5 years marketing / trading experience on Nickel and/or Lithium products targeting battery material segment
  • Comprehensive knowledge of industry trends and developments in the relevant markets (nickel, lithium, cobalt, manganese etc.)
  • Knowledge of key processing technologies e.g. DLE, HPAL, precursor/electrode material
  • Strong collaborative spirit with the ability to work in a diverse team
  • Good interpersonal skills targeting both internal and external stakeholders
  • Good communication skills
  • Fluency in English (spoken and written)
A Famous Physical trading firm
  • Competitive Salary
If you are ready to take the next step in your trading career, apply today to join a famous organisation in the industrial and manufacturing industry.

Michael Page