COMPANY

Kataman Metals is a leading global trading and logistics company. We are committed to delivering critical metals to where the world needs them most, playing a pivotal role in sustainability and the global transition to cleaner energy, electrification, electric vehicles, and advanced infrastructure.

For over thirty years, Kataman has built a global network encompassing raw material producers, recycled metal suppliers, processors, consumers, and transportation providers. Trading across fifty countries and six continents, Kataman offers a comprehensive suite of services, including metal sourcing, marketing, financing, logistics, price risk management, inventory management, and market intelligence.

ROLE SUMMARY

The Risk Management Analyst will play a critical role in working with suppliers and customers from all over the world, helping to tie together the process of buying, selling and moving metal while minimizing Kataman’s risk from market fluctuations. The analyst will coordinate data, reconcile information across systems, support logistics and trading groups, and help maintain accuracy, organization and momentum throughout long-duration workflows that may span several months.

This role requires someone analytical, organized, confident working with traders and global stakeholders, and comfortable owning tasks end-to-end with a high degree of accountability.

This is a full-time, on-site position located in St. Louis, MO.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage risk by understanding the company’s current position, initiating and tracking hedges, and effectively communicating with the trading, logistics and accounting teams

• Own data for contracts and pricing documentation to effectively communicate with the customer and internal team members allowing for accurate forecasts and P&Ls

• Manage multi-stage monthslong workflows from initial event through final completion, maintaining organization through each stage and working proactively as various stages transition

• Support trading teams in daily operations; maintain poise when working in a fast-paced, demanding environment

• Perform data reconciliation across multiple sources (broker statements, ERP, internal sources, etc.) to ensure accuracy

• Utilize advanced Excel skills to update, analyze, and transform data

• Adapt to the needs of a global business, which may occasionally require late responses, after-hours checks, or holiday availability

• Contribute to a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, and operational discipline

• Learn hedging concepts and other industry-specific processes

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required

• Proficiency in Excel is required

• Strong data analysis skills

• Strong organizational skills and comfort managing long, multi-stage workflows

• Spanish language ability is a strong plus for supporting cross-team communication

• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work with high-expectation stakeholders

• Ability to maintain responsiveness in a global business environment

• Personality fit matters: resilience, follow-through, accountability, and adaptability are essential

WHY KATAMAN METALS

At Kataman, we invest in people who take ownership. We reward the individuals who step up and drive results. You’ll have the opportunity to learn the metals industry from the inside, collaborate with teams across the world and build a career in a field where precision and initiative matter.

BENEFITS

• A competitive pay package, including a bonus potential

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts

• Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection

• 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution

• An empowering work environment where innovation and teamwork are encouraged; as a part of our closely-knit and high-performing team, your skills and expertise are valued

• Opportunities to advance your career within a global organization

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