Job Description
Responsible for the physical procurement of grains and oilseeds, through procuring, logistics, derivative trading and hedging, market analysis, customer relationships, risk management and strategy implementation of the department, quantity and cost. Establish relationships with new producers and ensure excellent customer service by providing professional and innovative agricultural advice and services.
Requirements
Grade 12/ NQF 4
Bachelor's Degree e.g. B.Com Agricultural Economics and Risk Management / International Trade
2 years' relevant experience
Registered Persons Examination to trade Agricultural derivatives on the JSE / SAIFM
Code 8 Driver's License and own vehicle
Clear Criminal Record
Good administration skills
Duties and Responsibilities
Procurement of physical grains and oilseeds in the GWK area of operations
Manage Contract Execution and logistics
Ensure that contract execution and administration is done according to procedure and contract terms.
Trading of Derivatives and hedging
Confirm orders with producers to expedite delivery.
Establish and manage relationships with producers and ensure sustainable growth of the company
Effective communication of fundamental market factors on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis to all clients
Inform other traders, managers, or customers of market conditions, including volume, price, competition, or dynamics.
Identify opportunities for the purchase of grains and oilseeds
Provide agricultural advice services;
Ensure maximum market share.
Proactively identify possible risks and ensure timely action to limit and/or prevent risks
Skills Required
Ability to work under pressure
Strong negotiation/persuasive skills
Strong analytical ability
Negotiation
Planning
Communication skills in both Afrikaans and English;
Organisational skills
Good administration skills
Maintaining Long term relationships
Strong marketing skills
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