Chemical Trader & Sales, bilingual Korean

Chemical Trader & Sales Manager

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.