Senior Commodity Trader

Hanwha International LLC•Teaneck Township, NJ

About The Position

The Senior Commodity Trader is responsible for developing and executing profitable trading opportunities in the North American market. This role manages the end-to-end trading cycle—from sourcing and pricing to contract negotiation and logistics coordination. We are looking for a high-potential professional who can grow into an independent P&L contributor while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and customers.

Requirements

3 to 5 years of commodity trading or international trading experience
Strong understanding of international trade practices and Incoterms.
Experience with import/export processes, contract negotiation, and logistics coordination.
Strong negotiation, analytical, and relationship management skills.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced trading environment.
Willingness to travel domestically and occasionally internationally for supplier meetings and business development.
Fluency in both English and Korean is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with global trading companies or commodity trading organizations.
Familiarity with freight markets, risk management, or hedging tools.

Responsibilities

Identify and execute trading opportunities across various commodities in the North American market.
Build and maintain active communication with vendors, traders, and end-users to support sales growth.
Assist in negotiating purchase and sales contracts, focusing on pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
Manage the full trading cycle, including sourcing, pricing, contracting, and shipment coordination.
Prepare, review, and maintain import/export documentation (PO, Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, etc.).
Monitor order status and coordinate with logistics partners to ensure timely and efficient shipment flow.
Handle claims, quality issues, and post-shipment disputes to ensure customer satisfaction.
Maintain accurate inventory and order records and coordinate with accounting on AP, AR, and inventory reconciliation.
Monitor commodity market trends, raw material prices, and freight movements to support trading decisions and business planning.
Serve as a bilingual liaison between North American operations and Korean headquarters to support business development and operational alignment.