Physical Trader Batteries

CONTEXT

The purpose of Anglo American marketing is to sustainably maximise cash flows from the marketing of Anglo American products and services. In support of this, we have set ourselves a target to deliver a considerable uplift in Value. The Base & Specialty Metals Marketing teams is a critical and significant contributor to the Marketing EBIT target. Critical in the delivery of the BM strategy is the role of Marketing & Sales.

PURPOSE

The electric vehicle (EV) and related new energy markets are forecasted to grow significantly in the coming decades, with Li-ion battery emerging as the major battery systems to power this growth. As a consequence of this growth there will be significant demand growth for key battery raw materials, including commodities such as Nickel, Cobalt, Lithium, and Manganese.

A key part of the Base Metals Marketing strategy is to develop a long term presence in the battery raw materials segment, leveraging our existing position in Nickel, whilst also utilizing our trading, potential sourcing and origination capabilities / platform to establish a leading commercial position in this segment. This role will work alongside the Base Metals Marketing team to establish and build up the commercial footprint in Li-ion battery market, supporting the development and execution of the global marketing strategy.

Key responsibilities will be to develop and manage external key stakeholder relationship (customers, suppliers, upstream / downstream commercial partners), supporting the company in producing and sourcing the right products, and ultimately developing a credible footprint in the battery raw materials segment.

KEY TASKS

Safety, Health & Environment

· We give our all to eliminating injuries because we value life and are unconditional about safety, health, and well-

being at work and at home.

· Every Marketing Employee will spend time each quarter working on activity which supports Physical Health and

Safety.

Compliance

· Adherence to all Anglo American Group and Marketing policies and procedures, as well as observing proper

standards of conduct relating to the role.

· Comply with Anglo American Security and Operating Standards

Performance & Delivery

· Support the Manager – Physical Trading Batteries in the delivery of the Marketing Budget (volume, margin, cost)

Battery Material Trading Book Management

• Deliver the targeted P/L objective by trading (buying / selling) selected Nickel and Lithium battery materials.
• Grow the 3rd parting trading book as per business plan in terms of product portfolio, P/L growth target.
• Support S&O functions to secure long term supply for desired Nickel and Lithium products.

Stakeholder Relationship Management

• Develop key relationships across the Li-ion battery value chain, covering raw material suppliers / producers, downstream precursor / cathode material producers, battery cell producers, auto makers

Market Intelligence

• Act as a source of market, customer and competitor intelligence for the battery raw materials segment.
• Provide timely, accurate and relevant information to support the execution of the sales and marketing strategy

Qualifications:

· Bachelor's degree, preferably in material science / metallurgy / engineering disciplines OR Advanced university qualifications, preferably in metallurgy, material science, and engineering

· At least 5 years marketing / trading experience on Nickel and/or Lithium products targeting battery material segment

· Comprehensive knowledge around industry trends and developments in the relevant markets (nickel, lithium, cobalt, etc.)

· Knowledge of processing technologies e.g. HPAL process, precursor/electrode material

· Good collaborative sprit

· Good interpersonal skills targeting both internal and external stakeholders ·

Good communication skills

· Fluency in English (spoken and written)