Senior Non-Ferrous Metal Trader

Senior Non-Ferrous Metals Trader

Consider joining Metal Exchange in our St. Louis, MO location as a Senior Non-Ferrous Metals Trader. The Senior Non-Ferrous Metals Trader is a fast-paced, high-impact position focused on buying and selling non-ferrous metals across domestic and global markets. You will grow and manage a portfolio of trading partners, develop new accounts, and execute transactions that maximize profitability for Metal Exchange and deliver value to our customers.

This role requires sharp market instincts, strong relationships, and the ability to manage risk with confidence — operating with limited supervision.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Source, purchase, and sell non-ferrous metals across a variety of methods and markets; consistently grow account volume and product flow
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and consumers; fully develop accounts to maximize products and services across the MEC trading business
• Negotiate agreements that balance profitability, fairness, and long-term partnership — including timely resolution of disputes, rejects, and discrepancies
• Develop expertise in aluminum, copper, and broader non-ferrous markets, including terminal markets, swaps, tolls, formula pricing, and hedging
• Monitor and analyze metal pricing daily; execute contracts, move requests, hedge transactions, and other entries accurately in MEC systems
• Partner with the International Sales Manager and logistics team to develop new markets, grow the international customer base, and build cost-effective supply chains
• Maintain a solid understanding of international trade laws, regulations, and restrictions
• Contribute to business plans and annual budgets; mentor and guide junior trading staff
• Participate in professional organizations to build relationships and source new opportunities
• Travel domestically and internationally approximately 25% of the time
• Perform other duties as required

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree is required

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in non-ferrous metals trading, with demonstrated international experience (Asia — South and East — preferred)

Other Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Has developed an extensive professional network of suppliers and consumers in the non-ferrous industry
• Possesses strong negotiation skills and the ability to operate independently on buy/sell decisions
• Has experience and is comfortable with financial and physical swaps, tolls, hedging, and risk management
• Has the ability to be analytical, decisive, and able to process information quickly in a fast-moving market
• Needs to be an excellent communicator and relationship builder — effective at all levels, internally and externally
• Performs work in a highly organized and detail-oriented way; is able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and assessment
• Must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available
• Must be eligible to work in the United States; visa sponsor ships are not available
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen
• Must have regular attendance and be able to work on-site in St. Louis, MO

Perks of the Job:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Generous allotment of paid vacation and paid holidays
• Competitive wages plus performance-based bonus opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Ample opportunity for career growth and advancement
• Relocation package may be available

Why Our People Love Working Here:

• Purpose-driven, friendly, open, and respectful culture
• Highly engaged workforce – as indicated by best-in-class engagement scores
• Hybrid work schedule with three days working in the office and two days working remotely
• Shared core values of safety, integrity, caring and growth
• Leaders committed to building more diverse, inclusive teams
• On-Demand pay via Daily Pay
• Robust recognition and reward program
• Community Impact opportunities including additional time…