International Trader

Lodders Co; Dordrecht; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Company car

Job summary

Lodders Co. is seeking an ambitious International Trader to manage trading positions in global commodity markets and build relationships with international suppliers and buyers.

You will negotiate contracts, monitor market developments, and coordinate with logistics, finance, and quality teams. This role requires regular travel and a proactive, results-driven mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in business, economics, or international trade.
• 2–5 years in trading, sales, or account management.
• Fluent in English; additional languages a plus.
• Willing to travel regularly.
• Strong commercial instinct and negotiation ability.

Responsibilities

• Buy and sell commodities on international markets.
• Develop relationships with suppliers and customers across countries.
• Monitor market trends and supply-demand dynamics.
• Negotiate contract terms, pricing, and logistics.
• Coordinate with logistics, finance, and quality teams.
• Manage price and currency risk in line with policy.
• Represent the company at trade fairs and events abroad.

Skills

Fluent in English

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Commercial mindset

Willing to travel

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Business, Economics, or International Trade

Job description

On behalf of a well-established, international commodity trading company, I'm looking for an ambitious International Trader. The company is active in the sourcing, trading, and distribution of commodities across global markets, working with a network of suppliers and customers spanning Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and beyond.

The Role

As an International Trader, you'll manage and grow trading positions in global commodity markets. You'll build and maintain relationships with international suppliers and buyers, negotiate contracts, and keep a close eye on market developments to identify opportunities and manage risk.

Your responsibilities:

• Buy and sell commodities on international markets, managing positions from negotiation through to delivery
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and customers across multiple countries
• Monitor global market trends, pricing, and supply-demand dynamics to inform trading decisions
• Negotiate contract terms, pricing, and logistics with international counterparties
• Coordinate with logistics, finance, and quality teams to ensure smooth execution of trades
• Manage price and currency risk in line with company policy
• Represent the company at trade fairs, client visits, and industry events abroad

What You Bring

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree, ideally in Business, Economics, International Trade, or a related field
• 2-5 years of relevant experience in trading, sales, or accountmanagement
• Strong commercial instinct, analytical skills, and negotiation ability
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, international environment with regular travel
• A proactive, results-driven mindset and the ability to build trust with partners across cultures

What We Offer

• A competitive salary with an attractive bonus scheme
• A company car, depending on seniority
• A dynamic, international working environment with genuine room to grow and build your future career