Imperium Commodity Search
Senior Scrap Metal Trader (Non-Ferrous | USA Export Focus)
Location: USA (Houston/East Coast preferred)
Salary: $Negotiable + performance-based commission
Imperium Commodity Search is confidentially retained by a global metals trading group to identify an experienced Non-Ferrous Scrap Trader focused on procurement and export from the United States.
Our client is a well-established international trading house with a strong footprint in global scrap flows. Due to continued growth and increasing export demand, they are seeking a commercially driven trader with an existing network across US recycling yards and suppliers.
The Role
This is a front-office trading position focused on sourcing non-ferrous scrap materials from the US domestic market for export via container shipments to international destinations.
You will be responsible for building and managing supplier relationships, negotiating purchases, and coordinating export volumes while maintaining margin performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Procure non-ferrous metal scrap from US-based recycling companies and suppliers
- Manage end-to-end trading cycle including sourcing, pricing, negotiation, and export execution
- Handle consistent monthly volumes of 2,000–3,000 metric tonnes (minimum) for export
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with scrap yards, processors, and aggregators
- Monitor market trends, pricing movements, and arbitrage opportunities
- Work closely with logistics teams to ensure smooth containerised shipments
- Drive profitability through strategic buying and sales execution
Requirements
- Minimum 5+ years’ experience in scrap metal trading (non-ferrous essential)
- Proven track record in export-focused trading from the USA
- Strong existing network within US recycling and scrap supply markets
- Demonstrated ability to handle 2,000–3,000 MT/month export volumes (mandatory)
- Deep understanding of global scrap flows, pricing dynamics, and container logistics
- Commercially driven with strong negotiation skills
- Experience working with or competing against major scrap exporters is highly desirable
Compensation
- Base salary: $Negotiable (depending on experience and current employer)
- Attractive commission structure for high-performing traders
- Opportunity to scale volumes and earnings within a growing international platform
Additional Information
We are particularly interested in profiles currently working with established scrap exporters and trading houses operating in the US market, with a focus on containerised exports.
If this opportunity is of interest, or you would like to discuss similar roles in the commodities space, please contact Imperium Commodity Search in confidence via usa@imperiumcs.com.