Application Period: 03132026 ~ 05312026
Location: Johns Creek GA
Description: Job Title: Chemical Trader & Sales 5 Years Experience Location: Johns Creek GA Compensation Range: 70k-85k
Job Summary The Chemical Trader & Sales Manager is responsible for driving international chemical and plastic resin trading activities including market development, commercial negotiations, contract execution, and end-to-end import/export logistics. This role oversees risk management, compliance, and supply chain coordination while collaborating closely with U.S and Korea-based teams to support sustainable business growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Chemical Trading & Market Development • Engage in trading activities across major petrochemical and plastic resin products (PE, PP, PET, etc.) and engineering plastics (PC, ABS, HIPS, etc.) in U.S. and international markets. • Develop new business opportunities in bio-based materials and emerging chemical sectors. • Identify and expand international market channels including import/export flows between Asia and North America. • Manage and grow relationships with global suppliers, customers, and distribution partners.
Sales & Commercial Execution • Lead commercial negotiations, pricing strategy, and contract structuring for domestic and international chemical transactions. • Monitor market trends, feedstock movements, and supply-demand dynamics to optimize trading margins. • Execute spot and term sales while ensuring alignment with company profitability targets.
Procurement & Supply Chain Coordination • Coordinate sourcing, allocation, and supply management of plastic resins and specialty materials. • Collaborate with producers, distributors, logistics providers, and warehouse partners to ensure stable and cost-effective supply. • Oversee truck, rail, and ocean freight logistics as applicable.
Export/Import Execution & Logistics • Manage end-to-end execution of international trade contracts including documentation, customs clearance, and regulatory compliance. • Oversee shipping schedules, warehouse coordination, and inventory control. • Ensure timely cargo movement through U.S. ports and domestic distribution networks.
Risk Management & Contract Handling • Handle international trade contracts and ensure compliance with company policies and risk management protocols. • Assess market credit, operational, freight, and FX risks, recommend mitigation strategies. • Maintain disciplined exposure management across pricing, supply, and logistics risks.
Cross-Cultural Communication & Collaboration • Work effectively in a multicultural corporate environment, collaborating closely with U.S. and Korean teams. • Adapt communication and reporting styles to align with headquarters in Korea. • Build strong internal and external networks across global petrochemical markets.
Qualifications:
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in chemical trading, plastic resin sales execution, or supply chain management. • Proven track record in handling international trade contracts and commercial negotiations. • Strong communication skills in both English and Korean, ability to operate fluently in bilingual business settings. • Based in or willing to relocate to Anaheim, CA for long-term employment. • Practical experience in trading operations, logistics coordination, and documentation management. • Open to flexible working hours as needed for collaboration with international teams, including Korea. • Strong sense of responsibility, accountability, and professional integrity. • Excellent time management, punctuality, disciplined work ethic, and proactive mindset. • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally without restrictions. • Team-oriented, adaptable, and highly motivated with a strong entrepreneurial drive.
Preferred Experience:
• Experience handling Plastic Resin and Engineering plastics. • Exposure to bio-based materials, sustainable chemicals, or new business incubation projects. • Practical experience in ocean freight, rail logistics, tank warehouse operations. • Experience working with multinational trading houses or global chemical manufacturers. • Established network within U.S. chemical or plastics distribution markets.
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