Our client is a major national leader in recycling and industrial materials, seeking an experienced Senior Trader to join their high-performing Sydney trading team. This is a hands-on commercial role suited to someone who enjoys being out in the field, building supplier relationships, negotiating deals, and driving growth across a fast-paced and operationally focused environment.

The Role:

• Build and manage a portfolio of suppliers including scrap dealers, demolition contractors and industrial sites in order to drive profitability through strategic procurement
• Conduct regular site visits to assess material quality, prepare quotes, negotiate pricing, and close deals
• Monitor market trends, market influences and commodity prices to identify trading opportunities and mitigate risk
• Coordinate closely with transport, operations, administration, and scheduling teams to ensure safe and timely pickups, processing, and delivery
• Deliver on budgeted trading performance and contribute to the overall strategic growth of the recycling business

Your Background:

• Proven experience in commodity trading
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to analyse markets and identify a good sale based on all internal factors (cost, safety, transport etc)
• Track record of building and managing supplier relationships across multiple channels
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with a focus on delivering margin and maintaining long-term partnerships
• Willing to learn, adaptable and a chameleon able to work with a range of clients

 
If you’re interested & match the above, please apply below or contact Matthew Neave from Blackbook Executive on +61 3 9823 7410.

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