Commodity Trader (Scrap Metals)

Deetansa Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Deetansa Singapore is seeking a Commodity Trader to manage daily trading activities for ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals. The role involves pricing, negotiation, and execution of contracts, while monitoring global markets and maintaining profitable positions.

You will build relationships with suppliers, buyers, and logistics partners, coordinate shipments, and ensure compliance with regulations. Strong finance/hedging knowledge and English fluency are required.

Qualifications

• Strong trading and commodity markets skills, with experience in metals or related sectors.
• Proven sales and negotiation ability; analytical and quantitative market interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor global commodity markets to identify trading opportunities.
• Manage pricing, negotiation, and execution of purchase and sales contracts.
• Manage risk exposure and maintain profitable positions.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, buyers, and logistics partners.
• Coordinate shipments and ensure regulatory and company policy compliance.
• Collaborate with finance and operations to forecast demand and optimize margins.

Skills

Trading & markets

Scrap metal trading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Economics

Industry certifications (optional)

Job description

Company Description

Deetansa Singapore is a global importer and exporter specializing in ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal products, ferro-alloys, minerals, waste paper, and biofuel feedstock. The company operates across international markets in the metals and recycling sectors. Deetansa focuses on reliable sourcing, quality control, and efficient logistics to support industrial and manufacturing demand worldwide. The organization values long-term partnerships, market responsiveness, and sustainable practices in the handling and trading of scrap metals and related commodities.

Role Description

This is a full-time, Commodity Trader (Scrap Metals/Agri/Biofuels) role based in Singapore (potential for remote work). The Commodity Trader will manage daily trading activities for ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals, including pricing, negotiation, and execution of purchase and sales contracts. Responsibilities include monitoring global commodity markets, identifying trading opportunities, and managing risk exposure while maintaining profitable positions. The role involves building and maintaining relationships with suppliers, buyers, and logistics partners, coordinating shipments, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and company policies. The trader will collaborate closely with finance and operations teams to optimize margins, forecast demand, and support strategic business growth.

Qualifications

• Strong trading and commodity markets skills, with experience in metals or related sectors.

Having a strong, existing book of business requirement

• Sound understanding of finance and hedging to manage price risk and optimize trading strategies.
• Proven sales and negotiation skills to develop and maintain supplier and customer relationships.
• Analytical and quantitative abilities to interpret market data, pricing trends, and contract terms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in English; additional languages are an advantage.
• Ability to work on-site in Singapore is preferred, but not a hard requirement, travel as needed, and operate effectively in fast-paced, international environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field; relevant industry certifications are a plus.
• Prior experience in scrap metal trading, commodities, or industrial raw materials is a requirement.