Senior Steel Trader (all genders welcome) Global Cross Trading

Operating on a global scale through an international sales and distribution network, tk accelis Trading, formerly thyssenkrupp Materials Trading, is your partner for long-term success. With our local contacts around the world we are represented where the customers need us. Our core capabilities embrace complex logistic services for raw and finished steel materials along with supply chain dependability and consultancy for the downstream manufacturing and metalworking industries.

Build and scale profitable physical steel trading flows, with particular emphasis on cross-border and third-country trading. Sales market focus is EMEA. We are open to candidates trading steel products, including flat products, long products, semi-finished products, or finished goods (steel derivates). More important than a specific product background is a demonstrable ability to originate repeatable, profitable international trade flows.

Responsibilities

• Leverage in-depth commercial and technical knowledge of steel products and specifications to support profitable trading activities.
• Identify, establish, and expand sourcing opportunities and supplier relationships across global markets.
• Build, maintain, and strengthen long-term relationships with customers and suppliers on a national and international level.
• Manage the full trading cycle, including origination, pricing, negotiation, contracting, execution, receivables management, and P&L accountability.
• Develop new procurement and sales channels to drive business growth and increase market penetration.
• Collaborate effectively within a multinational environment while utilizing a strong regional and international network to expand business opportunities.
• Develop and manage a trading book to achieve agreed volume, gross margin, EBIT, working capital, and risk targets.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of proven experience in physical steel trading with a strong track record of commercial success.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, combined with a confident and professional presence.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to drive business growth while operating within corporate governance frameworks.
• Strong risk assessment capabilities to support profitable trading decisions.
• High level of integrity and thorough understanding of compliance, sanctions, competition law, and reputational risk considerations.
• Team-oriented professional with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multinational environment; prior leadership experience is an advantage.
• Based in Germany, preferably in Essen, with excellent English language skills; German is a plus.

You don’t meet all the criteria in the job advert, but would still like to join tk accelis? We’d look forward to getting to know you!

Benefits

Here at tk accelis Trading, we are a highly globalised, diverse and dynamic team operating in a challenging yet exciting industry. We offer you the following benefits:

• A competitive compensation package with performance-related incentives
• A wide range of responsibilities within a highly motivated team, where you can shape your role as you see fit
• Excellent career prospects and professional development opportunities to help you progress within the company

We have caught your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application via the ‘Apply Now’ button!