Title: Trader – Asia (Far East)
Department: Trading
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Location: Toronto
JOB OVERVIEW
As a Trader, you will play a pivotal role in driving business growth and ensuring operational excellence in the international trade of commodities, with a focus on the Far East Asia markets. Your responsibilities will encompass a broad spectrum of activities, ranging from market analysis and customer relationship management to inter-company coordination and process optimization.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
- Aggressively target Far East Asia markets to generate business – expand network of customers and develop current customers.
- Management of trade operations in the Far East Asia regions and other neighbouring countries.
- Strong risk management skills and knowledge: proactively manage for optimal outcomes.
- Keep up to date with grain trends and market conditions to ensure competitiveness.
- Manage contracts from the point of shipping to receiving proper payments with contract terms.
- Management of joint positions taken with external agencies and business partners – responsible for coordination and pricing for these joint positions
- Facilitating communication and collaboration between different departments within the company, ensuring smooth coordination of activities such as procurement, logistics, finance, and sales.
- Responsible for process optimization and continuous improvement on the execution of inter-company activities
- Administer, promote, and adhere to purchase, sale, and production contracts, ensuring compliance with all related policies and process.
- Conduct market research to identify new opportunities in global markets. Expand the company’s network of suppliers and customers, developing long-term strategic relationships.
- Proactively manage market risks, including price volatility, supply disruptions, and geopolitical factors, to optimize profitability and ensure portfolio stability.
- Act as a brand ambassador by fostering strong relationships with key global stakeholders, including producers, suppliers, customers, and brokers.
- Work closely with the supply chain and logistics teams to ensure smooth execution of contracts, manage shipping and transportation, and ensure timely delivery of products.
- Oversee purchase and sales contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and international trade regulations. Manage contracts from shipment to payment, ensuring alignment with contract terms.
- Develop and implement both short- and long-term strategies for market growth, including setting and achieving financial and operational targets.
- Keep up to date with global market trends, pricing, and production dynamics to remain competitive and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
- Work with cross-functional teams, including marketing, sales, and operations, to drive business goals and maximize portfolio profitability.
EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS
- Degree in Agribusiness, Economics, or related field.
- A fundamental understanding of the supply chain and logistics of agricultural business.
- Possess and demonstrated leadership ability, team management and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrate excellent analytical and abstract reasoning skills, plus excellent organization skills.
- Willingness to partner with an executive leadership team, resulting in the development and implementation of creative business strategies.
- Knowledge of international trade terms and risks.
- Ability to adjust with customer and region needs
Pay: $75,000.00-$120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- RRSP match
- Vision care
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Work Location: In person
