Physical Commodity Trader | South Africa

Job Title: Physical Commodity Trader
Salary: Base Commensurate w/ Experience
Contract type: Permanent
Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Imperium Commodity Search is working with a reputable trading house in South Africa as they continue to grow their commercial footprint. Built on a foundation of strong values and long-term relationships, they are seeking seasoned professionals to strengthen their existing product offerings (grains, feed, coal, metals & minerals, nuts, proteins).

You will be:

• Actively driving PnL and capitalise on physical back to back trading opportunities.
• Keeping track of local and regional market trends, including pricing, supply-demand dynamics, to influence trading decisions and provide commentary to senior management.
• Negotiating sales contracts, securing optimal terms that align with the company’s profitability goals
• Leveraging expertise of South African market dynamics to identify profitable trading opportunities.
• Analysing market data and provide insights to support decision-making in pricing, purchasing, and sales strategies
• Ensuring compliance with local regulations and company policies

We would love to speak to you if you have:

• 3-5+ Years’ Experience in a trading or sales position with physical commodities.
• Strong experience in the trading of commodities, with a strong understanding of market dynamics
• High-level negotiation and communication skills, with a track record of successful contract negotiations
• Proficiency in using market analysis tools, and an ability to translate insights into trading strategies
• A well-developed network and contacts within your expert field.
• Proficiency in multiple languages is advantageous.

To arrange a confidential discussion around this opportunity, please contact Sam Taylor:
Email: sam.taylor@imperiumcs.com
Tel: +44 (0)203 927 5090