Commodity Trader - Agri-commodities
Job Title:
Commodity Trader – Agri-commodities
Job Overview:
An international agri-commodities trading house with over 25 years of global market presence is seeking a skilled and commercially driven Commodity Trader to support its expanding footprint across Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. This is a high-impact role offering the opportunity to work with a respected trading group known for delivering value across food and feed supply chains. You'll play a key part in driving trading strategies, building relationships, and contributing to sustainable growth in emerging and established markets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and develop trading opportunities in grains, oilseeds, pulses, and animal feed markets.
- Build and manage relationships with producers, suppliers, distributors, and buyers in target regions.
- Monitor market trends, pricing, and supply-demand dynamics to inform trading decisions.
- Negotiate and close profitable purchase and sales contracts.
- Coordinate with logistics, risk, and finance teams to ensure successful trade execution.
- Produce regular reports on trading activity, market intelligence, and forecasts.
- Expand the trading book and support portfolio diversification across multiple commodities.
- Conduct due diligence and assess counterparty credit risks.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in agri-commodities trading (e.g., grains, oilseeds, pulses, feed).
- Proven ability to source, negotiate, and close international commodity deals.
- Strong market analysis and risk evaluation skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Self-starter mindset with the ability to work autonomously and meet commercial targets.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and market tracking platforms.
- A degree in Business, Agriculture, Economics, or a relevant field is beneficial.
- Must have access to a reliable laptop and fast internet connection for remote collaboration.
About Us:
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