Trade Support Executive

Agrocorp International; Dubai; On-site; AED 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global Agri-commodities trader is seeking a Trade Support Executive in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of experience in agri-trading, strong communication skills, and intensive knowledge of ICC rules for Letters of Credit. Responsibilities include coordinating trade contracts, preparing shipping documents, and collaborating closely with traders and the operations team.

Qualifications

• 4 to 6 years of experience in an Agri-Business/Trading Company.
• Intensive experience in ICC rules for Letters of Credit is compulsory.
• Knowledge of GAFTA and FOSFA will be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with traders to establish contracts.
• Prepare a full set of shipping documents for Letters of Credit.
• Supervise and coordinate operations activities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Good working knowledge of MS Word & Excel

Attention to detail

Analytical mind

Education

GCE ‘A’ level/Diploma in International Trade

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Overview

Job Description - Trade Support Executive - Dubai

This role offers professional career development opportunities with Agrocorp International Pte Ltd (Agrocorp), a renowned global Agri-commodities trader. The Company has a significant presence in primary origination and buyer markets including Canada, West Africa, China, Turkey, the Middle East, India, Bangladesh, and Vietnam, among others. With more than three decades of active market engagement, Agrocorp seeks to strengthen its commitment to being a responsible global player in nourishing an ever-changing world. We are looking for a talented and experienced professional to be based in our Singapore HQ to take on the role of:

Trade Support Executive

Key responsibilities

• Work closely with traders to establish contracts once trade is established
• Ensure the mapping of both purchase/sales legs within the system
• Capturing of price reporting/calculations together through internal and external sources
• Able to prepare a full set of shipping documents for Letters of Credit and contractual requirements
• Sound knowledge of different payment instruments across different destination markets and the ability to manage risks associated with them on the operational front
• Ensure shipping documents, including Letters of Credit, are set up/received on time as per contracts and for negotiation
• The capability to handle shipments by bulk vessels is required
• Experience as part of a grains/oilseeds desk is a must
• Work closely with the Team head, Traders, Origination desks, and Shipping desk
• Supervising and coordinating operations activities
• Provide leadership and guidance to the Team and be involved in executing high-risk, large-value contracts in a very hands-on way

Required Experience/Background

• A minimum GCE ‘A’ level/Diploma in International Trade in Import & Export would be an advantage
• 4 to 6 years of experience in an Agri-Business/Trading Company (ideally dealing with soft commodities)
• Strong communication skills
• Good working knowledge of MS Word & Excel
• Knowledge of GAFTA and FOSFA will be an advantage
• Intensive experience in ICC rules for Letters of Credit is compulsory
• Knowledge of Incoterms and International trade
• Good understanding of commodity trading
• Strong attention to detail, organized, analytical mind, independent thinker