Freight Trader - Soft Commodity House

Michael Page International (Switzerland) SA; Genf; Vor Ort; CHF 110.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Permanent contract

Genève-based

Growth opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Michael Page International (Switzerland) SA is seeking a Freight Trader to own freight trading operations, analyse markets, and negotiate contracts with third parties. The role requires strong analytical and negotiation skills in a dynamic environment.

Based in Genève, the position offers a permanent contract within a soft commodity trading firm, with opportunities for professional growth and exposure to agri-business trading. Fluency in English is essential, additional languages are a plus.

Qualifikationen

• Educational qualifications in a relevant field such as business, economics or logistics.
• Proficiency in English, with additional language skills being an asset.
• Experience in freight trading or related activities within the retail sector.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy environment.

Aufgaben

• Manage freight trading operations and optimise trading strategies.
• Conduct market analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Negotiate and execute freight contracts with third parties.
• Monitor the performance of freight operations and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align trading activities with organisational goals.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and partners.
• Prepare and present detailed reports on trading performance and market insights.
• Stay updated on market developments and adjust strategies accordingly.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

English proficiency

Freight trading experience

Ausbildung

Business/Economics/Logistics degree

Jobbeschreibung

• Join a fast-growing and entrepreneurial trading house
• Take ownership of freight trading activities within a dynamic environment

About Our Client

For our client, a soft commodity trading firm, we are currently recruiting a Freight Trader.

Job Description

• Manage freight trading operations and optimise trading strategies.
• Conduct market analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Negotiate and execute freight contracts with third parties.
• Monitor the performance of freight operations and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align trading activities with organisational goals.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and partners.
• Prepare and present detailed reports on trading performance and market insights.
• Stay updated on market developments and adjust strategies accordingly.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Trader - Freight should have:

• Educational qualifications in a relevant field such as business, economics or logistics.
• Proficiency in English, with additional language skills being an asset.
• Experience in freight trading or related activities within the retail sector.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy environment.

What's on Offer

Our client offers you:

• A permanent position based in Genève.
• Opportunities to work within an Agri business trading firm
• Professional growth in a specialised trading role.