Trader - Edible Oil

Trader - Edible Oil

Country: South Africa

Function: Not Applicable

Sub-Function: Not Applicable

Olam Agri ~ A differentiated, and market leading global agri-business focused on high-growth end consumption markets.

Our food, feed, fibre, agri-industrials & ag-services capabilities span 30+ countries, and we participate in global food and agri-trade flows, working with farmers and customers to connect local origins and global destinations. With a global origination footprint and processing capabilities, we transform food, feed and fibre to create value for customers and enable farming communities to prosper sustainably, to meet the changing consumption, food security and sustainability needs shaping the global food and agricultural landscape.

Job Description

The ideal candidate has experience to manage commercial risks of a physical supply chain business, including commodity price risk management and trading, commercial supply chain management. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a big impact to our Trading team by driving revenue and developing key markets in South and East Africa markets.

• Responsible for the physical trading of Edible Oils (Palm Oil / Soybean Oil / Sunflower Oil) products across South and East Africa markets
• Targeting and developing new markets for potential business and expanding network of suppliers and customers
• Keep up to date with market intelligence, price changes and supply and demand models through monitoring trends and market conditions to help identify new business opportunities
• Working closely with supporting teams in operations and shipping to ensure excellent supply chain management and delivery of products
• Build new and maintain existing relationships with suppliers and customers in relevant markets

Requirements

• 7+ years’ experience in physical trading of relevant softs/ags/biofuels products across markets
• Proven track record of consistently delivering positive P&L.
• Strong knowledge of softs/ags markets and insights in the supply and demand dynamics
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Olam is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nationality, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants are requested to complete all required steps in the application process including providing a resume/CV in order to be considered for open roles.