TRADER – FOOD & NUTRITION

SOLEVO; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical distribution company based in Dubai seeks an experienced Trader for its Food & Nutrition team. This role requires managing the trading cycle for chemicals and ingredients, focusing on efficiency and profitability. Candidates should have experience in a commercial role, strong negotiation skills, and fluency in both French and English. The position involves collaboration with internal teams and requires travel approximately 30% of the time, providing an opportunity to be part of a dynamic and international team focused on growth across Africa.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a trading, commercial, or sales role within the chemical distribution or commodity industry.
• Strong understanding of international trade, logistics, and supply chain processes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Expand Solevo's share of wallet in assigned segments focusing on Food & Beverage.
• Proactively identify and pursue new trading opportunities.
• Execute the end-to-end trading process for commodity and specialty ingredients.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Commercial acumen

Fluency in French

Fluency in English

Job description

Join Solevo : Empowering Progress Across Africa

At Solevo, we connect communities and industries with the solutions they need to grow, thrive, and transform. From supporting agricultural self-sufficiency to driving industrial innovation, we are shaping the future of Africa’s life sciences and industrial sectors.

Who are we?

SOLEVO is a leading specialty chemicals distribution platform and partner to farmers, businesses, industrial leaders, and communities across Africa. With over 75 years of experience, we deliver critical raw materials andexpertiseto the continent’s high GDP-contributing life sciences andindustrialssectors. We are committed to providing growth solutions through a strong chemical distribution network and an international, agile work environment.

What are we looking for?

We areseekingan experienced and highly motivated Trader to join our Food & Nutrition team, specifically focusing on direct sales business. This is a pivotal role in a newly restructured team, designed to bring speed and commercial focus to our business and operations. The successful candidate will be based in Dubai, UAE .

What do we expect from the candidate?

You will be one of three new segment-focused Traders, reporting directly to the Food & Nutrition Product Manager. Your primary mission will be to manage thefull back-to-back trading cycle for chemicals and ingredients used in the Food, Beverage, and Animal Nutrition sectors, ensuring maximum efficiency and profitability. This role requires a strong commercial drive and the ability to act with exceptional speed, providing pricing and offers to our sales teams and direct clients within a 24-hour window .

The key responsibilities :

• Target customers and expandSolevo’sshare of wallet in the assigned segment and countries, with a focus on the Food & Beverage industry (e.g., dairy, sauces, confectionery) and Animal Nutrition (e.g., poultry feed ingredients, additives).
• Proactivelyidentifyand pursue new trading opportunities to grow the segment's business.
• Execute the end-to-end trading process (sourcing, negotiation, sales) for commodity and specialty ingredients within the Food & Nutrition segment, including preservatives, taste enhancers, stabilizers, and feed additives.
• Serve as the commercial contact for clients in strategic territories and support local sales teams in other regions with rapid pricing.
• Assess customer financial strength, propose financial conditions to creditriskand follow up customer payments with the Finance department.
• Maintain strong relationships with both suppliers and clients to secure favorable terms and ensure smooth operations.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Execution, Purchasing, Logistics, Sales) tooptimizethe supply chain and ensure top service level, with a strong emphasis on food safety and quality compliance.
• Willing to travel (30% of the time).

Skills and Qualifications

Must-Have

• Proven experience in a trading, commercial, or sales role, within the chemical distribution, commodities, or related industry.
• Strong understanding of international trade,logistics, and supply chain processes.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with a focus on quick turnaround times.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Fluency in French and English (written and spoken).

Nice-to-Have

• Experience with ingredients and chemicals used in the Food, Beverage, or Animal Nutrition sectors, with knowledge of relevant quality and safety standards.
• Familiarity with the African market and its specific logistical challenges.

Soft Skills

• Commercial Acumen : A natural business developerand prospecting skillswith a focus on profitability.
• Speed and Agility : Capable of making quick, informed decisions.
• Rigor and Detail-Oriented : Meticulous in managing complex transactions and documentation.
• Adaptability : Thrives in a dynamic, international, and newly restructured environment.

Why joinSolevo?

• Be a foundational member of a newly restructured, high-impact Direct Sales team.
• Work in a collaborative, international, and agile environment based in the global trading hub of Dubai, UAE .
• Join a dynamic company passionate about providing growth solutions across Africa.
• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.
• Explore opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a growing group.

How to join us?

If you are acommercially-driven, agile trader ready to take on a pivotal role in a growing international business, we encourage you tosubmityour resume detailing your relevant experience.

What's next?

If your profile matches our search, you will be contacted by our HR team for a first contact. We appreciate your interest in joining theSolevoGroup.