COMMODITY TRADER @ AFRICAN FARMING UNION
The African Farming Union is seeking a professional Commodity Trader to manage and execute trades of agricultural commodities across African and international markets. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing buy and sell positions for various products including grains, oilseeds, coffee, cocoa, and other soft commodities. This role involves a deep understanding of market dynamics to ensure profitable outcomes while managing the complexities of the agricultural supply chain.
Key responsibilities include conducting thorough market analysis, managing price risks, and fostering strong relationships with both producers and off-takers. You will also negotiate contracts and manage the logistics chains essential for moving commodities efficiently. This position requires someone with significant experience in trade finance and established connections within the banking sector to facilitate letters of credit and other financial instruments necessary for large-scale trading operations. This position is also open to candidates in South Africa, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Tanzania, DRC, Sierra Leone, and Uganda.
Key responsibilities include conducting thorough market analysis, managing price risks, and fostering strong relationships with both producers and off-takers. You will also negotiate contracts and manage the logistics chains essential for moving commodities efficiently. This position requires someone with significant experience in trade finance and established connections within the banking sector to facilitate letters of credit and other financial instruments necessary for large-scale trading operations. This position is also open to candidates in South Africa, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Tanzania, DRC, Sierra Leone, and Uganda.
Key Requirements
Minimum 5 years of commodity trading experience.
Established banking connections for trade finance.
In-depth knowledge of letters of credit and financial instruments.
Strong market analysis skills across grains and oilseeds.
Experience in price risk management and hedging strategies.
Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with producers.
Skilled in negotiating complex agricultural contracts.
Experience managing logistics chains for soft commodities.
Knowledge of international agricultural markets and trends.
Excellent communication and networking skills.
Ability to work independently in a remote environment.