Global Dry Bulk Trading Trainee — Path to Trade Manager

Heidelberg Materials Trading; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials Trading, the international trading arm of the Heidelberg Materials Group, seeks a capable Trading Management Trainee or Assistant Trade Manager for its Singapore office. You will support procurement, sales, and market analysis for cementitious dry bulk commodities, while expanding client relationships and collaborating across teams.

You will engage in forecasting, budgeting, and strategic opportunities, with responsibilities spanning cross-border coordination and compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, International Trade, Chemical Engineering, Engineering, or related field.
• Management Trainee: 0–1 years of experience; Assistant Trade Manager: 1–5 years, preferably in dry bulk materials trading.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate procurement and sales for cementitious and dry bulk commodities.
• Expand key accounts and onboard new clients.
• Monitor market developments and provide forecasting inputs.
• Coordinate with Shipping and Documentation to ensure service quality.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and Code of Business Conduct.
• Coordinate with HM Trading offices in other countries.
• Forecast purchase volumes for budgeting and planning.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Research trade data and present comprehensive reports.
• Support strategic decisions to improve profitability and market share.
• Share international market insights to aid planning.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation

Multitasking

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or International Trade

Related engineering field (Chemical Engineering/Engineering)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Heidelberg Materials Trading, the international trading arm of the Heidelberg Materials Group, seeks a capable Trading Management Trainee or Assistant Trade Manager for its Singapore office. You will support procurement, sales, and market analysis for cementitious dry bulk commodities, while expanding client relationships and collaborating across teams.

You will engage in forecasting, budgeting, and strategic opportunities, with responsibilities spanning cross-border coordination and compliance