Senior Steel Trader

Redstone Search; Canada; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Steel Trader to lead trading activities for flat and long steel products across North America. In this pivotal role, you will manage key client relationships, identify new business opportunities, and coordinate with global supply chain teams to optimize sourcing and logistics. Your expertise in the steel sector, coupled with strong negotiation and communication skills, will be essential in driving revenue and market share growth. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic market environment, where your insights and strategies will shape the future of steel trading in North America.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in steel trading or sales, focusing on both import and domestic markets.
• Strong knowledge of North American steel consumers and mills.

Responsibilities

• Lead trading activities for flat and long steel products across North America.
• Manage key client relationships and identify new business opportunities.

Skills

Steel Trading

Negotiation Skills

Client Relationship Management

Market Analysis

Communication Skills

Job description

Redstone Commodity Search focuses 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 is working with a global conglomerate looking to onboard a senior steel trader in Houston, TX. This is a key commercial role focused on developing and managing North American steel trade flows, with a strong emphasis on both domestic and international sales.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead trading activities for flat and long steel products across North America.
• Manage key client relationships, identify new business opportunities, and grow market share.
• Coordinate with global supply chain teams to optimise sourcing and logistics.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing structures to ensure profitability and risk management.
• Monitor market trends, pricing dynamics, and competitor activity to inform trading strategy.

Experience & Profile:

• 7+ years of steel trading or steel sales experience, ideally across both import and domestic markets.
• Strong knowledge of North American steel consumers, mills, and service centres.
• Proven track record of revenue generation and client development.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to operate independently.
• Existing network and market insight in the steel sector.

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 [e-mail] or submit your application through the Vacancy Form.