Senior Commodity Trader, Limestone / Dolomite (Steel Raw Materials)
Aegis Group · Dubai, United Arab Emirates (On-site)
Apply & track with Apply EdgeRole Summary The Senior Trader will build a trading book in limestone and dolomite for steel mills, bring existing buyer and supplier relationships, own the P&L, and lead and grow the desk. Key responsibility
- Build the book to agreed volume and margin targets
- Secure long-term supply and offtake with mines and mills
- Run tender and bid strategy
- Set desk processes, risk limits and reporting
- Hire and mentor a small team
- Help design the next commodity verticals Must-have
- At least 7 years as a trader (not only sourcing or sales) in limestone and dolomite or closely related steelmaking fluxes, including recent years
- Verifiable value and volume closed in the last 3 years
- Direct sales to steel mills (integrated and EAF) with a buyer book that can be activated quickly
- Supply-side knowledge: mines, quarries, processors and quality consistency
- Command of specs (CaO, MgO, SiO2, LOI, sizing) and how mills consume them
- Logistics expertise: rail, road, port, vessel, demurrage
- Exposure to government and PSU tenders and bidding
- P&L ownership; credit, counterparty and price risk control
- Ability to lead a desk and hire juniors Good to have
- Import/export experience
- Technical (mining, metallurgy, engineering) or MBA background
- Familiarity with other steel raw materials How to apply: Submit your CV and a short application. Shortlisted candidates complete a brief video interview. We treat all applications confidentially and are an equal opportunity employer. · A dynamic and supportive work environment. · Opportunities for professional growth and development. · The chance to work closely with senior leadership and make a significant impact on the company's success.