Overview
Commodity Trader Trainee – New Grad Jobs in Sewell, NJ at Compass Metal Trading, Inc
Title: Commodity Trader Trainee – New Grad
Company: Compass Metal Trading, Inc
Location: Sewell, NJ
Who We Are
Our group of companies are leading edge, industry shaping, innovators in the metal recycling space. Ours is a story of passion, hard work, and creative thinking. We continue to shake up this industry through our focus on our people, our work, and our industry leading practices — all while contributing to helping the environment.
If you have grit, an entrepreneurial spirit and think differently, and share in our vision, values and passion – we want to connect with you.
Opportunity
We're looking for a highly passionate and customer-focused Trader Trainee (new grad) to join our growth-oriented team and contribute to the company’s success through buying and selling metal products. You will work both in individual and team capacity to build sustainable businesses by developing long-term mutually beneficial trading partnerships.
Training Program for Trader Trainees
Successful candidates will be hired on as a Trader Trainees and will actively participate in an 6-12 months’ hands on training program to develop an in-depth understanding of the metal trading industry by:
- Learning the technical skills of metal commodity trading.
- Developing approaches to cultivate and grow a portfolio of customers.
- Learning the dynamics and ins and outs of B2B selling, negotiations and building relationships for the long term.
- Learning how to apply your analytical skills to grow business with both existing and new customers.
- Learn how to market materials for optimal value.
- Build strong relationship skills to manage after-sale service with customers.
- Learn how to organize your portfolio and drive growth.
Specific Responsibilities of a Commodity Trader
- Building and maintaining professional relationships with external stakeholders, including cold-calling, and qualifying prospects.
- Leading, developing, and supporting trading activities.
- Negotiating prices and sales with customers.
- Continuously generating new trading ideas by identifying arbitrage opportunities.
- Keeping a constant up-to-date knowledge of the markets.
- Managing trading positions while balancing risk and financing.
- Communicating and collaborating with the operations team to ensure smooth transactions.
- Travel to client sites in Canada and the US to maintain relationships with the existing customers
Education and Experience
- Degree in finance, business or science bachelor’s or advanced studies (preferred).
- Previous experience in a meritocratic role where there is a requirement to influence other’s decisions and actions considered an asset. For example: sales, account management and business development.
- Experience in competitive sports or other highly competitive roles is considered an asset.
Competencies
- High-energy with an entrepreneurial spirit.
- Self-starter mentality, and the ability to deal with setbacks, recover quickly, and apply what you learned.
- Strong work ethic and commitment to go above and beyond in a professional environment.
- A high degree of integrity and honesty.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate and interact with all levels of an organization.
- Excellent analytical and mathematical skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to complete work in a timely manner with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to act with good judgement and discretion, keeping sensitive business data secure.
- Valid Driver's License.
Why Join Us?
- A competitive salary and performance bonus.
- A dynamic work environment that’s focused on learning with accelerated career paths.
- Strong mentorship and be part of our Trader development program.
- A unique opportunity to have a meaningful career with a dynamic team and company.
- Job Type: Full-time
