Junior Trader (Grains and / or Oilseed)

Job description / Role

Our client is currently seeking an experienced Junior Trader specializing in Grains and/or OilSeed to be based in Dubai.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for physical trading of agricultural products (soybean, corn, oilseeds, wheat, rice, meals etc.) into EMEA and MENA countries
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with producers and customers in the international agricultural space, purchasing and selling grain products into EMEA and MENA countries (in bulk and containers)
• Monitor trends and grain market conditions to identify potential business opportunities and keep up to date with market insight, price changes and supply/demand models to increase physical trading opportunities
• Knowledge of hedging and futures instruments
• Work closely with logistics, operations and supply chain staff to ensure safe shipment and transportation of grain/wheat products

Requirements

Key Qualifications / Experience:

• At least 3 years’ experience in trading or merchandising agricultural commodities
• Knowledge of international agricultural/grain markets as well as the life cycle of sales contracts and logistics/operations aspect
• Solid understanding of creating and implementing risk management strategies
• Positive proven track record of profitability and building business relationships with grain producers/end users in the EMEA and MENA region
• Proven network and portfolio of customers in the EMEA and MENA region

About the Company

We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work.

ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world's most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise - 3600 offices in over 80 countries - we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service.

ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership. Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement.

Our consultants are experts in finding the right talent across all industries in a broad-range of occupations including:

• IT & Telecommunications
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