Senior Commodity Trader (Coal / Anthracite / Bulk Commodities / Mining / Logistics) – Gauteng, South Africa

CA Global


Reference No. 574-2603LH

Reference Number: 574-2603LH

 

Job Description:

Our client is is seeking an experienced Senior Commodity Trader with a background in coal, anthracite or bulk commodities to join their team based out of Gauteng, South Africa.

You will be responsible for managing end-to-end trading activities, building commercial relationships across global markets, and executing profitable trades aligned with the company’s strategy. You will monitor market trends, negotiate deals, manage risk, and collaborate with logistics and finance teams to ensure seamless execution.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Build and maintain a strong network of suppliers, producers, brokers, and customers across local and international markets.
  • Execute physical and/or derivatives trades within assigned commodity portfolios.
  • Analyse market trends, pricing dynamics, supply–demand conditions, and macroeconomic factors.
  • Develop and implement trading strategies to maximise commercial value.
  • Negotiate contracts, pricing structures, and delivery terms.
  • Work closely with logistics teams to ensure efficient supply-chain coordination.
  • Monitor positions, exposures, and risk metrics in line with internal risk frameworks.
  • Prepare trading reports, forecasts, and performance analytics for management.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

  • Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Economics, Mining Engineering or a similar field.
  • 10+ years previous experience in coal, anthracite or bulk commodities trading.
  • Demonstrated success operating within global trade and export environments.
  • Indepth knowledge of the regional mining sector and associated logistics landscape.
  • Proven track record of profitable trading performance.
  • Excellent negotiation, relationshipbuilding, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure, manage risk, and make timecritical decisions.
  • Advanced analytical ability and high commercial acumen.
  • Business travel as required.
  • This role is only open to applicants currently based in South Africa.

 

Benefits and Contractual information:

 

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to llaas@camining.com.

 

Please visit www.camining.com for more exciting opportunities.

 

Leanne Laas

Executive Lead – Talent & Client Management

CA Mining

 

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful, however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

 

 

To apply for this job please visit www.caglobalint.com.