Head Of Cement Trading

Redstone Commodity Search focus on offering 360° search solutions to the global commodities markets. With a competitive coverage of Trading Houses, Producers, Majors, Utilities, Merchants, Hedge Funds, Investment Banks and Brokerages; Redstone Commodity Search can confidently offer you an edge in today's volatile market.

Redstone Commodity Search are proud to partner with a dynamic and rapidly expanding physical commodities trading group in their search for an experienced cement trader to set up and run a global cementitious products trading team from Dubai.

Key Responsibilities / Tasks

• Drive the growth and development of trading operations, focusing on cement and related products such as clinker, gypsum, slag, fly ash, and more.
• Build, nurture, and maintain robust global relationships with cement suppliers and customers ideally with a focus on Latin America (LATAM), Africa and Asia
• Conduct in-depth market analysis to stay ahead of cement market trends, supply-demand shifts, and pricing strategies.
• Lead negotiations for procurement and sales, ensuring favourable terms while managing regional complexities and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with trading activities in these regions to ensure sustainable growth and profitability.

Key Qualifications / Experience

• 10 years+ of proven experience in trading cement, clinker, fly ash, gypsum, or other cementitious products.
• A demonstrated track record of successful negotiations and strong relationship management within the cement industry.
• In-depth knowledge of global cement market dynamics, trade practices, and regulatory environments
• A portable, high-value book of business that highlights a history of successful client relationships and revenue generation.
• Willingness to be based in Dubai.