Trader Steel South America

Manuchar; Antwerpen; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Hospitalization insurance

Group insurance

Meal vouchers

Mobile phone with subscription

Collective bonus

Job summary

Manuchar in Antwerp is seeking an ambitious Trader to drive the growth of our Steel business in South America. Based at our Antwerp headquarters, you will develop strong customer relationships, identify opportunities, and expand our market presence through international sales.

You will travel regularly to South America and occasionally worldwide, work in an international team, and close deals that create lasting value for customers and Manuchar.

Qualifications

• Min. Bachelor degree with first commercial experience in international logistics.
• Fluent in Spanish and English; Dutch is a plus.
• Based in Belgium, Antwerp region preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage profitable customer portfolio in South America.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Identify and convert new business opportunities.
• Negotiate and follow up on international sales and purchases.
• Define the strategic direction for the region and product portfolio.
• Take a hands-on role in solving operational challenges.
• Travel regularly to South America and occasionally worldwide.

Skills

International sales

Negotiation

Customer relationships

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor degree in business/commerce

Job description

Manuchar is looking for an ambitious Trader to drive the growth of our Steel business in South America. Based at our headquarters in Antwerp, you will develop strong customer relationships, identify new opportunities, and expand our market presence. You will work in a truly international environment and travel regularly to South America and occasionally worldwide. If you are passionate about international sales and enjoy closing deals, this role is your chance to make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a profitable customer portfolio in South America
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Identify and convert new business opportunities.
• Negotiate and follow up on international sales and purchase transactions.
• Define the strategic direction for your region and product portfolio.
• Take a hands-on role in solving operational challenges.
• Travel regularly to South America and occasionally worldwide.

Your Profile

• Min. Bachelor degree with a first commercial experience in an international (logistics) environment
• Strong passion for international sales with excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Fluency in Spanish & English; Dutch is an asset.
• Proactive, flexible, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Skilled at building relationships across cultures and comfortable with frequent travel.
• Hands-on, solution-driven, and eager to tackle operational issues.
• Based in Belgium, ideally in the Antwerp region.

What We Offer

• A diverse role with real impact and long-term growth opportunities in a global company.
• An attractive compensation package including company car, hospitalization and group insurance, meal vouchers, mobile phone with subscription, collective bonus, and more.
• A supportive team of motivated colleagues in a culture of communication and transparency.
• A work environment focused on well-being and professional development.

Manuchar, a multinational of Belgian origin

Manuchar is a leading distributor of chemicals across high-growth markets and actively trades several other commodities like steel, polymers, and many more. Our scale, infrastructure and expertise give you the competitive edge you need. Over 40 years of local presence and growth in over 180 locations in North & Latin America, Africa, Europe, the Middle East and Asia prove the value of our end-to-end commercial, supply chain and financing solutions.

Our mission:

“Connecting the World. For Better Lives”.

Questions? Feel free to contact Micheline, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, at [e-mail]