Global Specialty Gas Trading Lead

Gulf Cryo; Dammam; On-site; SAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Cryo in Dammam seeks a Trading / Specialty Gas Manager to lead trading, sourcing, and commercial management of Specialty Gases across assigned markets. This role covers rare gases and calibration gases, ensuring supply security and strategy execution.

You will own the trading strategy and full P&L, drive volume and revenue growth, set pricing and contracts with major customers and suppliers, and oversee safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Industrial Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field; MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage.
• 10–12 years of experience in industrial/specialty gases, chemicals, or commodity trading.
• Minimum 5 years in trading, sourcing, or commercial leadership with P&L ownership.
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills with knowledge of global rare/specialty gas markets.
• Proficiency in trading and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the specialty gas trading and business strategy aligned with regional/global objectives.
• Own the full P&L for the specialty gas trading line including revenue, margins, and cost control.
• Drive volume and revenue growth across new and existing specialty gas accounts.
• Oversee pricing strategy, trading contract negotiation, and renewals for major customers and suppliers.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with supply chain, engineering, and compliance teams to ensure reliability and risk management.

Skills

Commercial & negotiation skills

P&L & risk management

Leadership & stakeholder management

Trading & ERP systems

Import/Export regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Industrial Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or related field

MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification

Job description

Gulf Cryo in Dammam seeks a Trading / Specialty Gas Manager to lead trading, sourcing, and commercial management of Specialty Gases across assigned markets. This role covers rare gases and calibration gases, ensuring supply security and strategy execution.

You will own the trading strategy and full P&L, drive volume and revenue growth, set pricing and contracts with major customers and suppliers, and oversee safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across the supply chain.