The Trader Cocoa/Sugar is the linking pin between our suppliers, key customers and our commercial team. You are responsible for the trading activities and commercial performance of your products, taking commercial positions and coordinating with our regional sales offices and USA branch office. Additionally, you co‑manage the trading book, position exposure and futures account.
What you’ll bring- Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in commerce/international trade; an agricultural diploma is a big plus.
- 5+ years of experience in a comparable function.
- Affinity with ingredients or agricultural commodities.
- Strong written and verbal skills, ability to communicate concisely with all levels including executive teams.
- Experience in an import/export environment and successful customer service experience.
- Up‑to‑date relevant legal knowledge (trade and liability related).
- Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Stress resistance, flexibility, prioritization and decisiveness.
- Understanding of the world of commodities; experience with terminal markets is a plus.
- Proficiency in English (written and verbally); command of Dutch, German, Spanish or other languages is a plus.
- IT affinity: advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with ERP systems (SAP is a plus) and the organic industry is a plus.
- Coordinate contacts, provide pricing updates, market reports with regional sales offices (US, UK, France, DACH).
- Oversee product complaint handling and ensure optimal customer satisfaction.
- Co‑oversee sourcing, purchase and sales of products.
- Participate in setting budgets for cocoa/sugar products.
- Keep track of international market developments and actively seek new trade opportunities and product developments.
- Track results and suggest appropriate corrective action plans.
- Ensure suppliers meet vendor approval criteria in alignment with the Quality Assurance Manager.
- Visit customers/suppliers regularly; participate in relevant assemblies/trade shows.
- Contribute to smooth cooperation with supporting disciplines.
- Regularly update sales/purchasing policy communicated to sales teams in NL and abroad; contribute to further structuring of the Business Unit.
- An exciting role in a rapidly growing international company.
- Position for 40 hours per week.
- Workspace at the center of Amsterdam, next to Central Station.
- Good working conditions and a pleasant, dynamic work environment.
- Work‑from‑home flexibility in line with our policy.
- Benefits through ALLEO – our benefits platform, with a monthly employer contribution.
- Commuting allowance in line with our policy.
- A competitive remuneration package.
- An informal and professional company culture with team spirit and a can‑do attitude.
Salarisomschrijving
€55000 - €75000 monthly