Senior Non-Ferrous Metals Trader (Copper/Aluminum)

Location Hanoi
Industry Retail & Trading
Category Sales
Job reference 18535
Job type Permanent
Consultant email dung.dang@manpower.com.vn
Date posted Jun 06, 2025
Responsibilities:
  • Develop and manage physical trading activities for copper and/or aluminum (concentrate, ingot, cathode, billet, etc.) in Vietnam and Southeast Asia
  • Maintain strong relationships with local and global producers, smelters, warehouses, logistics providers, and end-users
  • Conduct market intelligence and competitor analysis to identify trading opportunities and price trends
  • Negotiate purchase/sales contracts, ensure proper risk management (hedging, FX, payment terms), and handle contract execution in coordination with the logistics and finance teams
  • Monitor LME/SHFE price movements, inventory levels, and macroeconomic indicators relevant to the non-ferrous metal market
  • Work with internal teams to optimize margin, working capital, and customer credit exposure
  • Prepare weekly/monthly trading reports, forecasts, and P&L statements
  • Support business development activities, including expanding into new markets or introducing new product lines (e.g., recycled metals, alloys, etc.).

Requirements:
  • Minimum 7 years in metals trading 
  • Proficiency in English or Korean
  • Working independently