Raw Materials Trader Cement

The candidate will coordinate with other Brokerage offices, Transportation, Finance, while performing brokerage duties and responsibilities with a primary focus on the cement industry.

Responsibilities of a Trader

• Continuously investigating new cement raw materials suppliers as well as consumers of imported cement while developing and building relationships with individuals responsible for buying and selling.

• Must be knowledgeable of all aspects associated with brokered cement as well as being cognizant of current market conditions to provide an optimum total cost approach.

• Will contribute market research and forecasting to coordinate the development of micro and macro level strategies; while also being responsible for presenting growth initiatives, value added ideas, and cross selling within other divisions of the company.

• Significant travel will be required (50%-80%) in order to meet accounts face to face to establish and maintain effective business relationships

• Maintaining quality standards and resolving settlement of discrepancies within management guidelines Requirements for a Trader Role



• Ideal Candidate will have 3-5 years trading experience in the cement industry.

• Must be a self-starter with ability to initiate business as well as possess strong negotiating and problem solving skills.

• Must be an effective communicator

• Preference will be given to a BA/BS degree in Business Administration or related degree as well as a combination of experience/education.

• Must have the ability to effectively function both independently and as a member of a cross functional team with a commitment to cooperation, collaboration, among business functions.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office including Excel and Word as well as ERP software.

• Strong oral and written skills; adept in statistical analysis and market research; and, a strong knowledge of the overall cement industry

• Integrity, leadership, decision making, and entrepreneurial skills are required.

This position can be located anywhere in the U.S. However must have experience as a Trader in the cement industry.

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