Trafigura
International Trader Opportunity(m/w/x)
Full-timeOn-siteExperienced
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WEWest Africa Trader
West Africa Trader(m/w/x)
Genf
Full-timeOn-siteExperienced
Nejo AI Summary
Physical commodity trading across West Africa, managing the full lifecycle from origination to delivery. Fluency in French and English, plus 2-3 years physical commodity trading experience required. Extensive travel across West Africa for market analysis and relationship building.
Requirements
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience in commodity trading, physical trading, or related fields
- Post-graduate program experience preferred
- Previous exposure to West African markets is highly advantageous
- Fluency in French and English (speaking, reading, writing)
- Portuguese language skills are a strong plus
- Ability to communicate effectively across diverse cultural contexts
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with experience in commodity trading fundamentals
- Understanding of risk management strategies and their application in commodity markets
- Knowledge of logistics operations and supply chain management
- Proficiency in trading systems and market data platforms
- Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with trading software
- Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to identify and capitalize on market opportunities
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Strong teamwork abilities and collaborative approach
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Capacity to make informed decisions under pressure
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Willingness to travel extensively within West Africa
Tasks
- Execute physical commodity trades in West Africa
- Manage the full trade lifecycle from origination to delivery
- Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis
- Identify trading opportunities and assess market risks
- Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and customers
- Engage with key stakeholders across West Africa
- Analyze regional market dynamics and key players
- Implement strategies to expand the company's presence
- Monitor and manage trading positions and hedging
- Ensure compliance with risk limits and company policies
- Oversee logistics operations for shipping and storage
- Structure and negotiate complex trading agreements
- Provide market insights to support strategic decisions
Work Experience
- 2 - 3 years
Education
- Bachelor's degreeOR
- Master's degree
Languages
- French – Business Fluent
- English – Business Fluent
- Portuguese – Basic
Tools & Technologies
- Trading systems
- Market data platforms
- Excel
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Physical commodity trading across West Africa, managing the full lifecycle from origination to delivery. Fluency in French and English, plus 2-3 years physical commodity trading experience required. Extensive travel across West Africa for market analysis and relationship building.
Requirements
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience in commodity trading, physical trading, or related fields
- Post-graduate program experience preferred
- Previous exposure to West African markets is highly advantageous
- Fluency in French and English (speaking, reading, writing)
- Portuguese language skills are a strong plus
- Ability to communicate effectively across diverse cultural contexts
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with experience in commodity trading fundamentals
- Understanding of risk management strategies and their application in commodity markets
- Knowledge of logistics operations and supply chain management
- Proficiency in trading systems and market data platforms
- Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with trading software
- Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to identify and capitalize on market opportunities
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Strong teamwork abilities and collaborative approach
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Capacity to make informed decisions under pressure
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Willingness to travel extensively within West Africa
Tasks
- Execute physical commodity trades in West Africa
- Manage the full trade lifecycle from origination to delivery
- Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis
- Identify trading opportunities and assess market risks
- Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and customers
- Engage with key stakeholders across West Africa
- Analyze regional market dynamics and key players
- Implement strategies to expand the company's presence
- Monitor and manage trading positions and hedging
- Ensure compliance with risk limits and company policies
- Oversee logistics operations for shipping and storage
- Structure and negotiate complex trading agreements
- Provide market insights to support strategic decisions
Work Experience
- 2 - 3 years
Education
- Bachelor's degreeOR
- Master's degree
Languages
- French – Business Fluent
- English – Business Fluent
- Portuguese – Basic
Tools & Technologies
- Trading systems
- Market data platforms
- Excel
Find the original job posting in its most current version here. Nejo automatically captured this job from the website of West Africa Trader and processed the information on Nejo with the help of AI for you. Despite careful analysis, some information may be incomplete or inaccurate. Please always verify all details in the original posting! Content and copyrights of the original posting belong to the advertising company.
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