Trading Operations Specialist

Nippon Recruitment; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency specializing in international markets is looking for a Trading Operations & Accounting Administrator in Amsterdam. The candidate should have at least 4 years of experience in trading operations or accounting, ideally in the food industry. Native Japanese and business-level English are required, along with proficiency in MS Office. This position includes responsibilities related to contract handling, transaction processing, and supporting financial reports. Interested candidates should send their CVs to the provided email address.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in trading operations, accounting or similar role.
• Native level in Japanese and business level in English required.
• Experience in the food industry, FMCG, or commodity trading is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Handle purchase and sales contracts for food products.
• Process and record trade transactions in internal systems.
• Coordinate with teams to ensure smooth order execution.
• Track shipments, deliveries, and product movements.
• Maintain accurate documentation for contracts and invoices.

Skills

Trading operations experience

Accounting knowledge

Native Japanese

Business level English

MS Office proficiency

ERP systems knowledge

Job description

Nippon Recruitment specialises in international recruitment worldwide, with a focus on Japanese and international companies. On behalf of our customer, a Japanese multinational in the food industry, we are looking for a

Trading Operations & Accounting Administrator, Amsterdam (1342)

Trading Operations

• Handling purchase and sales contracts for food products
• Process and record trade transactions in internal systems
• Coordinate with procurement, sales, and logistics teams to ensure smooth order execution
• Track shipments, deliveries, and product movements
• Maintain accurate documentation for contracts, invoices, and delivery notes
• Monitor contract fulfilment and ensure volumes, pricing, and delivery terms are correctly executed
• Support the commercial team with trade documentation and reporting
• Ensure documentation complies with food industry regulations and internal procedures
• Identify opportunities to improve operational and administrative processes

Accounting Administration

• Record purchase and sales transactions in the accounting system
• Verify invoices against contracts, delivery records, and pricing agreements
• Assisting with monthly and annual reports
• Support internal audits and financial reporting requirements
• Support cost tracking for purchased goods, transportation, and related trading expenses

Job requirements

In order to qualify for this versatile and challenging position, required are at least the following criteria:

• At least 4 years of experience in trading operations, accounting, or similar role
• Native level in Japanese and business level in English
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Experience in the food industry, FMCG, or commodity trading is an advantage
• Knowledge of ERP systems
• Valid work permit

Are you interested in this broad and challenging role? Please send your CV to Ms. Andra Ordean at [e-mail]