Commodity Trader

Intellectual Capital HR Consulting Pvt. Ltd.; Mumbai; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Intellectual Capital HR Consulting Pvt. Ltd. is seeking a Commodity Trader capable of actively trading commodities such as gold, silver, crude oil, natural gas, and agro products.

The role involves operating across MCX and other platforms based on volatility and opportunity. You will monitor global sentiment, respond to macro data, and apply strategies including scalping, breakouts, and trend-following while enforcing strict risk controls.

Qualifications

• Experience with MCX or commodity exchanges.
• Ability to analyze inventory reports and price charts.
• Comfort with high volatility and rapid decision making.

Responsibilities

• Actively trade commodities across MCX and other platforms.
• Track global sentiment cues and macro indicators.
• Execute strategies: scalping, breakouts, trend following, or calendar spreads.
• Maintain rigorous risk controls and drawdown limits.
• Keep detailed trade logs and participate in team reviews.

Skills

MCX trading

Market analysis

Risk management

P&L reviews

Trade logs

Education

Finance or Agri Economics background

Tools

MCX platforms

Data analytics tools

Job description

Commodity Trader

• Actively trade commodities like Gold, Silver, Crude Oil, Natural Gas, and Agri products.
• Operate across MCX and other platforms based on volatility and opportunity.

Global Sentiment Tracking

• Monitor international cues: inventory reports (EIA, API), global news, weather patterns, OPEC decisions, and dollar movement.
• React fast to overnight developments and macro shifts.

Strategy Execution

• Trade directional or range-based setups with tight risk control.
• Apply scalping, breakout, trend-following, or calendar spread strategies depending on market structure.

Risk Management

• Stick to drawdown limits, margin safety, and volatility filters.
• Know when to trade and when to stay flat discipline is key.

Reporting & Analysis

• Maintain trade logs with detailed entry/exit logic and P&L reviews.
• Engage in regular team reviews to optimize edge.

Youre a Fit If You...

• Have traded on MCX and are comfortable with margin, lot sizes, and tick values.
• Can interpret data like inventory reports, economic indicators, and price charts.
• Stay updated on global trends and events affecting commodity prices.
• Have a background in Finance, Agri Economics, or are a self-taught market junkie.
• Thrive in fast-paced, high-volatility conditions.