COMMODITIES
POWERING GLOBAL SUPPLY. NAVIGATING VOLATILITY
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EXPERTS IN COMMODITIES
WHERE COMPLEXITY MEETS SCALE
Commodities markets sit at the intersection of physical production and global finance. From metals and agriculture to energy products and fertilisers, the sector underpins the world’s supply chains – while being shaped by geopolitics, macroeconomics, and evolving trade flows.
Price volatility, logistical complexity, and regulatory scrutiny are constant. At the same time, digitalisation, sustainability pressures, and shifting demand patterns are transforming how commodities are produced, traded, and financed.
We help organisations secure the talent to operate effectively across both the physical and trading dimensions of the market.
COMMODITIES
WHERE PHYSICAL MARKETS MEET FINANCIAL STRATEGY
Modern commodities businesses operate across an increasingly complex landscape:
- Global sourcing, production and distribution
- Physical trading and logistics optimisation
- Derivatives, hedging and structured products
- Supply chain financing and risk management
- ESG and sustainability across production and trade
- Data-driven trading, analytics and decision-making
Success requires individuals who can connect physical flows with financial performance – balancing operational realities with commercial strategy.
We understand the nuances of commodities markets – from origin to destination, from mine or field to trading desk – and the calibre of talent required to manage risk, optimise margins, and drive growth.
COMMODITIES
TRADING, RISK & COMMERICAL PERFORMANCE
Trading capability is central to commodities businesses – whether managing global flows, arbitraging markets, or structuring complex deals.
We understand the pace, commercial intensity, and risk exposure of commodities trading environments – and how to assess both market judgement and execution capability.
CLIENTS IN THE COMMODITIES SECTOR
“We worked with Sentinel on a benchmarking study focused on compensation structures in the energy sector. From the outset, Sentinel approached the task with clarity and precision, and delivered a well-organized, data-driven report that supported our internal decision-making. Sentinel was the only one who delivered exactly what we needed in terms of both content and structure, and was professional, communicative, and easy to work with.”
Farzaneh Abbaspourtorbati
Head of Long-Term Asset Optimization, BKW Energie AG
COMMODITIES
WHERE WE ADD VALUE
We partner with organisations across the commodities value chain:
- Global commodity producers (metals, agriculture, fertilisers, natural resources)
- Integrated trading houses
- Merchant commodity traders
- Agri-businesses and processors
- Supply chain and logistics operators
- Private equity-backed commodities platforms
Our approach reflects the sector’s dual nature – asset-heavy operations combined with dynamic, globally connected trading activity.
COMMODITIES
ENABLING PERFORMANCE ACROSS GLOBAL MARKETS
Commodities businesses operate in a world defined by uncertainty – where supply shocks, geopolitical events, and market shifts create both risk and opportunity.
The organisations that succeed are those with the capability to connect physical assets, trading strategy, and market insight.
We connect businesses with the people who understand how to operate across that entire spectrum.
If you’re building trading capability, strengthening supply chains, or scaling your commodities platform, we’d welcome a conversation.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
ROLES WE RECRUIT
Trading and Commercial
- Metals, Agri and Oil Product Traders
- Physical and Derivatives Traders
- Originators and Structurers
- Trade Finance Specialists
- Commercial Managers and Portfolio Managers
Risk and Analytics
- Market Risk Managers
- Credit Risk Professionals
- Quantitative Analysts
- Trading and Supply Chain Analysts
- Data and Pricing Specialists
Operations and Supply Chain
- Logistics and Freight Specialists
- Operations Managers
- Inventory and Storage Experts
- Shipping and Chartering Professionals
- Procurement and Sourcing Leads
Technology and Digital
- CTRM / ETRM Specialists
- Data and Analytics Leaders
- Digital Trading Platform Experts
- Cyber and Infrastructure Professionals
Executive Leadership
- C-Suite and Board Appointments
- Heads of Trading and Commercial
- Country and Regional Leadership
MEET OUR DEDICATED COMMODITIES TEAM
Henry Lee
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Tom Sheppard
Director, Sales Enablement View profile →
Charlotte Gray
Managing Director View profile →
Mike Cardall
Managing Director View profile →
Sam Millett
Director, CEE View profile →
Joel Hawkins
Director, CEE View profile →
James Pyle
Head of International Delivery View profile →
Hugo Jambou
Senior Consultant View profile →
Marcela Villegas
Delivery Consultant View profile →
Ginevra Ramella
Consultant View profile →COMMODITIES UNDERPIN GLOBAL INSUSTRY – FROM ENERGY FEEDSTOCKS TO ESSENTIAL CHEMICALS
We place traders, sourcing and supply-chain professionals who secure materials and manage price volatility for industrial and life-science businesses.