Lead Trader - Critical Materials & Semiconductor Metals

AMC Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 77,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

JOIN is seeking an experienced trader and commercial lead with deep knowledge of critical raw materials, minor metals, rare earths and related chemical products. The successful candidate will source, purchase and sell specialist materials used across electronics, semiconductors, renewable energy, aerospace, defence, medical imaging, pharmaceuticals, industrial manufacturing and advanced technologies.

Based in Germany, France or EU based, you will build long-term relationships with producers,

Qualifications

• Proven trading experience in physical commodities or related metals.
• Knowledge of critical materials, rare earths and semiconductor materials is preferred.
• Experience with international purchase/sales contracts and supplier/customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and structure international purchase and sales contracts for physical materials.
• Source and sell materials across minor metals, rare earths and related compounds.
• Develop and manage trading activity with producers, refiners and strategic customers.
• Coordinate logistics, documentation, compliance and delivery for physical materials.
• Maintain records of enquiries, offers, orders and quotes.

Skills

Commercial negotiation

Market analysis

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Independent working

Communication

Resilience

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, chemistry, materials science, metallurgy, or engineering

Job description

JOIN is seeking an experienced trader and commercial lead with deep knowledge of critical raw materials, minor metals, rare earths and related chemical products. The successful candidate will source, purchase and sell specialist materials used across electronics, semiconductors, renewable energy, aerospace, defence, medical imaging, pharmaceuticals, industrial manufacturing and advanced technologies.

Based in Germany, France or EU based, you will build long-term relationships with producers,