Junior Vegetable Oils Trader

AAK AB; Zaandijk, Rotterdam; A distancia; EUR 42.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Training & mentorship

Career progression

International exposure

Descripción de la vacante

AAK is seeking a Junior Vegetable Oils Trader to join the European Sourcing & Trading team, based in Rotterdam or Zaandijk, The Netherlands. You will support the sourcing and trading of vegetable oils across Europe, working with experienced traders to build market knowledge and trading discipline while gaining exposure to the fast-moving world of agricultural commodities.

As you grow, you will take increasing ownership of selected trades, supplier relationships and purchasing decisions within

Formación

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Supply Chain, Agribusiness or a related field.
• Up to three years of relevant experience in commodity trading, sourcing, procurement, logistics, market analysis or a similar commercial environment; internships and graduate experience are also valued.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret market data and draw clear commercial conclusions.
• A genuine interest in vegetable oils, agricultural commodities and international physical trading.
• Commercial mindset combined with strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to learning.
• Ability to work within structured risk and governance frameworks while developing sound trading judgement.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to build relationships with colleagues, suppliers and market partners.
• Fluent in English; additional European languages are an advantage.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor vegetable oils markets, including prices, supply and demand trends, freight, currencies and relevant geopolitical or regulatory developments.
• Support the execution of physical vegetable oils trades, including quotations, contract confirmations, delivery coordination and trade follow-up.
• Maintain accurate trading positions, pricing records and exposure reporting, escalating risks or discrepancies where required.
• Contribute to pricing analysis, hedging preparation and trading recommendations under the guidance of senior traders.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers, brokers, customers and internal stakeholders to support reliable supply and identify commercial opportunities.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Finance, Quality, Sustainability, Sales and Operations to resolve commercial and operational issues.
• Develop your understanding of commodity markets, trading disciplines and risk management while progressively taking ownership of selected categories and trades.
• Ensure compliance with trading governance, contractual obligations and sustainability requirements across all activities.

Conocimientos

Numerical analysis

Market analysis

Strong communication

Fluent English

Commercial mindset

Educación

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Supply Chain, Agribusiness

Descripción del empleo

Our story goes back more than 150 years, to the chillysouthern coast of Scandinavia. From our early success in Sweden and Denmark,we’ve grown into the world’s leading specialist producer of plant-based oils,employing more than 4,000 people across the globe.

We work with our customers to make the products you loveeven better. The oils we produce go into making your chocolate extra-creamy orputting the crunch into your croissant. And it’s not just food - we work acrossindustries to make products that are higher quality, healthier and better forthe planet.

Everything we do is about Making Better Happen™.

AAK Location

This role is based in either Rotterdam or Zaandijk, The Netherlands.

About the role

As Junior Vegetable Oils Trader, you will be partof AAK’s European Sourcing & Trading team, supporting the sourcing andtrading of vegetable oils across our European business. This is an excellentopportunity for someone with up to three years of experience in commoditytrading, sourcing, procurement or a related commercial role who is looking tobuild a long-term career in international trading.

Working alongside experienced traders, you will developmarket knowledge, commercial judgement and disciplined trading skills whilegaining exposure to the fast-moving world of agricultural commodities. You willmonitor market developments, support trade execution and help ensure reliablesupply across AAK’s European operations. As your experience grows, you will take increasingownership of selected trades, supplier relationships and purchasing decisions,all within agreed trading mandates and risk frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vegetable oils markets, including prices, supply and demand trends, freight, currencies and relevant geopolitical or regulatory developments.
• Support the execution of physical vegetable oils trades, including quotations, contract confirmations, delivery coordination and trade follow-up.
• Maintain accurate trading positions, pricing records and exposure reporting, escalating risks or discrepancies where required.
• Contribute to pricing analysis, hedging preparation and trading recommendations under the guidance of senior traders.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers, brokers, customers and internal stakeholders to support reliable supply and identify commercial opportunities.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Finance, Quality, Sustainability, Sales and Operations to resolve commercial and operational issues.
• Develop your understanding of commodity markets, trading disciplines and risk management while progressively taking ownership of selected categories and trades.
• Ensure compliance with trading governance, contractual obligations and sustainability requirements across all activities.

About you

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Supply Chain, Agribusiness or a related field.
• Up to three years of relevant experience in commodity trading, sourcing, procurement, logistics, market analysis or a similar commercial environment; internships and graduate experience are also valued.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret market data and draw clear commercial conclusions.
• A genuine interest in vegetable oils, agricultural commodities and international physical trading.
• Commercial mindset combined with strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to learning.
• Ability to work within structured risk and governance frameworks while developing sound trading judgement.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to build relationships with colleagues, suppliers and market partners.
• Fluent in English; additional European languages are an advantage.

In return AAK offers

• Join a pioneering company in specialty oils and fats,driving innovation and sustainability.
• In AAK you can work across 25+ countries, gaining international exposure and collaborating with a diverse team.
• AAK invests in your development with training, mentorship, and clear career paths.
• You will contribute to a greener world with AAK's sustainability-focused approach.
• Join a diverse and inclusive workplace that values every individual's perspective and talents.

Contact and information

For further information about the position, please contact Paul Engwell, Talent Acquisition Specialist: [e-mail]

About AAK

Everything AAK does is about Making Better Happen™. Wespecialise in plant-based oils that are the value-adding ingredients in many ofthe products people love to consume. We make these products better tasting,healthier, and more sustainable. At the heart of AAK’s offer is Customer Co-Development,combining our desire to understand what better means for each customer with theflexibility of our production assets and deep knowledge across multipleindustries, including Chocolate and Confectionery, Bakery, Dairy, Plant-basedFoods, Special Nutrition, Foodservice and Personal Care. Our 4,000 employees support close collaboration withcustomers through 25 regional sales offices, 15 dedicated Customer InnovationCenters, and more than 20 production facilities worldwide. Headquartered inMalmö, Sweden and listed on Nasdaq Stockholm, AAK has been Making BetterHappen™ for more than 150 years. AAK is an equal opportunities employer and is committedto creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and everyone hasthe opportunity to contribute and grow.