Head of Cement Trading

Redstone Search Group Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Redstone Commodity Search is seeking an experienced cement trader to establish and run a global cementitious products trading team from Dubai. You will drive growth, build international relationships, and conduct market analysis to stay ahead of cement trends.

We expect 10+ years in cement trading, a proven negotiation track record, and deep knowledge of global market dynamics and regulatory environments. A high-value client portfolio and revenue generation history are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of proven cement trading experience.
• Strong track record in negotiations and client relationships.
• In-depth knowledge of global cement market dynamics, trade practices, and regulatory environments.
• High-value book of business highlighting revenue generation.

Responsibilities

• Drive the growth and development of trading operations, focusing on cement and related products such as clinker, gypsum, slag, fly ash, and more.
• Build, nurture, and maintain robust global relationships with cement suppliers and customers ideally with a focus on LATAM, Africa and Asia
• Conduct in-depth market analysis to stay ahead of cement market trends, supply-demand shifts, and pricing strategies.
• Lead negotiations for procurement and sales, ensuring favourable terms while managing regional complexities and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with trading activities in these regions to ensure sustainable growth and profitability.

Skills

Negotiations

Relationship management

Market analysis

Cement trading

Leadership

Job description

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 proud to partner with a dynamic and rapidly expanding physical commodities trading group in their search for an experienced cement trader to set up and run a global cementitious products trading team from Dubai.

Key Responsibilities / Tasks

• Drive the growth and development of trading operations, focusing on cement and related products such as clinker, gypsum, slag, fly ash, and more.
• Build, nurture, and maintain robust global relationships with cement suppliers and customers ideally with a focus on Latin America (LATAM), Africa and Asia
• Conduct in-depth market analysis to stay ahead of cement market trends, supply-demand shifts, and pricing strategies.
• Lead negotiations for procurement and sales, ensuring favourable terms while managing regional complexities and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with trading activities in these regions to ensure sustainable growth and profitability.

Key Qualifications / Experience

• 10 years+ of proven experience in trading cement, clinker, fly ash, gypsum, or other cementitious products.
• A demonstrated track record of successful negotiations and strong relationship management within the cement industry.
• In-depth knowledge of global cement market dynamics, trade practices, and regulatory environments
• A portable, high-value book of business that highlights a history of successful client relationships and revenue generation.