Trader | Northern EU

Minerva Foods; Netherlands; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Minerva Foods, a leader in beef exports, seeks a Trader to lead commercial and trading operations in Northern Europe. You will drive revenue growth, expand market share, and manage strategic sourcing and key accounts across international markets.

Responsibilities include developing sales strategies, negotiating contracts, analyzing market trends, and ensuring compliance with trade regulations, while collaborating with logistics, operations, and marketing to strengthen client partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Food Science, or related field.
• Proven experience in sales and/or trading in meat or food products.
• Strong knowledge of meat products and supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales and trading strategies aligned with revenue and profitability targets.
• Identify new business opportunities and expand presence in domestic and international meat markets.
• Negotiate purchase and sales contracts while managing trading risks.
• Manage and grow key customer accounts, ensuring high satisfaction and long-term partnerships.
• Monitor global meat market trends, pricing, supply and demand dynamics, and competitor activity.
• Provide accurate sales forecasts and market intelligence to senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations and internal policies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with logistics, operations, and marketing teams.
• Represent the company at trade shows and industry events.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing/Food Science

Job description

A leader in beef exports in South America, Minerva Foods connects people, food, and sustainability with excellence. We are present in more than 100 countries, with 46 units spread across Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina, Uruguay, Colombia, Chile, and Australia. Our solid management, combined with innovation, positions us as a global reference in the food industry.

At Minerva Foods, we believe that professional growth goes hand in hand with the development of the company. With internal opportunities, we encourage our talents to expand their horizons, take on new challenges, and continuously develop within the company.

Responsibilities & Key Duties

The Trader is responsible for leading Minerva’s commercial and trading operations in the region, driving revenue growth, and expanding market share through strategic sourcing and customer relationship management.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and executing sales and trading strategies aligned with revenue and profitability targets
• Identifying new business opportunities and expanding presence in domestic and international meat markets
• Negotiating purchase and sales contracts while managing trading risks
• Managing and growing key customer accounts, ensuring high satisfaction and long-term partnerships
• Monitoring global meat market trends, pricing, supply and demand dynamics, and competitor activity
• Providing accurate sales forecasts and market intelligence to senior leadership
• Ensuring compliance with international trade regulations and internal policies
• Collaborating cross-functionally with logistics, operations, and marketing teams
• Representing the company at trade shows and industry events

We expect candidates to bring proven experience in sales or trading, ideally within the meat or food products industry, with a strong understanding of international markets and supply chain dynamics.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Food Science, or a related field (preferred)
• Proven experience in sales and/or trading, preferably in the meat or food products sector
• Strong knowledge of meat products, cuts, and the meat supply chain

Technical & Professional Skills

• Deep understanding of international meat markets, trading practices, and logistics
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with solid risk management capabilitiesAbility to interpret market data and build sales forecasts
• Experience managing key accounts and negotiating contracts

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Strong multitasking and prioritization abilities in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic trading environment

Differentials

• Existing relationships within the food industry

Additional information

Location & Scope

This role is focused on the Northern Europe region, supporting and expanding our commercial presence across key markets in the area.

Candidates are preferably based in Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, or Germany, or open to residing in one of these countries to ensure proximity to clients and strategic markets.