Coal Trader

Job Description

Redstone Commodity Search focuses on offering 360 search solutions to the global commodities markets. With 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 todays dynamic market.

Redstone Commodity Search is working with an international energy trading firm seeking to hire an experienced Coal Trader to develop and expand their physical trading business across the Middle East, Asia, and global markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute trading strategies for thermal and metallurgical coal products, with full P&L accountability.
• Originate, negotiate, and close transactions with miners, utilities, cement producers, industrial consumers, and other counterparties across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and freight providers to grow trading volumes and optimize margins.
• Monitor global and regional market trends, pricing, freight dynamics, and regulatory developments to identify profitable trading opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with logistics, operations, finance, and risk teams to ensure timely contract execution and effective risk management.

Key Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in physical coal trading, with a proven track record of profitability and business development.
• Established network of contacts among miners, utilities, and industrial consumers in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.
• Deep understanding of coal quality specifications, supply chains, pricing structures, and risk management practices.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and capitalize on market opportunities.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to work independently in a dynamic, performance-driven environment.