Agricultural Commodities Trader Specialist

2 weeks ago


Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Pronto Labour Team Full time

Job Overview

Pronto Labour Team is seeking an experienced Agricultural Commodities Trader to join our team. As a key member of our commodities trading department, you will be responsible for buying and selling agricultural commodities, managing risk, and analyzing market trends.

Salary

The estimated salary for this role is $120,000 - $180,000 per year, depending on experience and location.

About the Job

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated individual with a strong background in finance, economics, or a related field. You should have proven experience in commodity trading, particularly in the agricultural sector. Advanced degrees or certificates in finance or commodity trading are an advantage.

A successful candidate will have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as strong communication and negotiation abilities. You should be familiar with risk management and financial instruments used in commodity trading, and have proficiency in using spreadsheets and financial software for data analysis and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Market research and analysis to identify opportunities and threats
  • Risk management to minimize potential losses
  • Inventory and relationship management to maintain strong supplier and customer relationships
  • Compliance and documentation to ensure adherence to regulations and industry standards
  • Reporting and analysis to provide insights and recommendations to management

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field
  • Proven experience in commodity trading, particularly in the agricultural sector
  • Advanced degrees or certificates in finance or commodity trading (an advantage)
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication and negotiation abilities

Benefits

As a member of our team, you can expect a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth and development.



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