Agricultural Commodity Trader at Ntice Search

About the position

Are you an experienced commodity or soft agri trader with a strong grasp of export markets, logistics coordination, and pricing strategy? Do you have a passion for global trade and a sharp commercial mind that thrives in a structured, yet fast-moving environment?

An exciting opportunity has opened for a Commodity Trader to take ownership of a strategic export portfolio focused on maximizing returns in international markets. Based in Durban, this role is central to coordinating bulk exports of a soft commodity to markets across the Far East, Middle East, and the United States, through both direct sales and global trade houses

PLEASE NOTE: Only candidates with trading experience either 5+ years experience or junior traders with a minimum 2 years  trading will be considered for this role

 

Key Responsibilities

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  Oversee the full export administration cycle for bulk raw commodities
  
  
• Execute pricing strategies and contribute to futures market decisions 
  
  
• Manage freight and shipping operations from terminal to destination
  
  
• Liaise with international customers, refineries, and logistics providers
  
  
• Ensure compliance with export regulations and maintain commercial accuracy in documentation
  
  
• Support strategic planning to enhance revenue and reduce trading risks
  
  
• Implement and manage credit insurance and trade risk policies
  
  
• Contribute to data reporting for commercial and regulatory stakeholders
  
  

 

You'll Need

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  A tertiary qualification in commerce, with management accounting or trade finance exposure
  
  
• 3+ years' experience in commodity trading, international exports or a junior trader with 2-3 years experience will also be considered for this role
  
  
• Hands-on experience in trade execution, pricing, and shipping documentation
  
  
• Exposure to soft commodities (e.g., sugar, grains, rice, or similar)
  
  
• Solid understanding of futures and risk management tools (ICE or CME advantageous)
  
  
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  
  

Should you meet the required skills please respond to this advert

Desired Skills:

• Agricultural
• Commodity
• Trader