Physical Coffee Trader – Hamburg, Germany

Redstone Search; Paris; À distance; EUR 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading search firm is seeking an experienced Physical Coffee Trader to enhance trading activities in global markets. You will be responsible for developing trading strategies, managing contracts, and nurturing supplier relationships. Ideal candidates have over 5 years in physical coffee trading and a strong network within the industry. The role offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to impact a growing market.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in physical coffee trading.
• Proven track record of commercial success.
• Strong knowledge of coffee supply chains and pricing structures.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute trading strategies for physical coffee.
• Originate and manage physical coffee contracts.
• Build and maintain strong supplier and customer relationships.

Connaissances

Physical coffee trading

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Description du poste

Overview

Redstone Commodity Search focuses on offering 360° search solutions to the global commodities markets. With competitive coverage of Trading Houses, Producers, Majors, Utilities, Merchants, Hedge Funds, Investment Banks, and Brokerages, Redstone Commodity Search can confidently offer you an edge in today’s dynamic market. Redstone Commodity Search is working with a leading international soft commodities trading company seeking to hire a Physical Coffee Trader to expand their commercial activities in North America and global markets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute trading strategies for physical coffee (Green, Arabica, Robusta, and specialty grades) with full P&L accountability.
• Originate, negotiate, and manage physical coffee contracts with producers, exporters, importers, and roasters across Germany, Europe and global markets.
• Build and maintain strong supplier and customer relationships to drive trading flows and increase market share.
• Bring and onboard a portfolio of active clients — including roasters, importers, and distributors — into our platform.
• Monitor coffee market dynamics, futures markets, freight, and currency exposure to identify profitable opportunities.
• Collaborate with logistics, operations, and finance teams to ensure seamless contract execution and compliance with internal and external requirements.

Key Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in physical coffee trading, with a proven track record of commercial success.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, International Trade, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of coffee supply chains, quality control, certification processes, and pricing structures.
• Established network of contacts with producers, exporters, and roasters, ideally across both Germany and Europe.
• Experience managing risk through hedging strategies and understanding of ICE futures and options.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, performance-driven environment.

If you match the job description and are keen on applying for this role, please send us a copy of your resume and cover letter to [e-mail] or submit your application through the Vacancy Form.