Commodity Feed Trader Professional

Bebeefeedtrader; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural trading firm is looking for a skilled Commodity Feed Trader in Pretoria to manage buying and selling of animal feed commodities. The ideal candidate should have strong trading experience, especially in soybean meal and sunflower oilcake, with a proven ability to negotiate and assess market risks. Excellent communication and analytical skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in trading animal feed ingredients, especially protein and by-product commodities.
• Strong network across the feed value chain from origins to end-user.
• Entrepreneurial drive and analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Trade key animal feed commodities like soymeal and sunflower oilcake.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and producers.
• Monitor market trends and negotiate deals.

Skills

Trading animal feed commodities

Negotiation skills

Risk management

Market analysis

Tools

MS Office

Trading software

Job description

A leading agricultural trading firm is seeking a skilled Commodity Feed Trader to oversee the buying and selling of animal feed commodities. The ideal candidate will have expertise in trading soybean meal, sunflower oilcake, canola cake, chop, and bran with a deep understanding of the global feed markets.

Responsibilities

• Trading key animal feed commodities: soymeal, suncake, canola cake, chop, and bran
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and animal feed producers
• Monitoring market trends, negotiating profitable deals, and managing trading risks
• Collaborating with logistics teams to ensure efficient product delivery and distribution

Requirements for Success

• Proven experience in trading animal feed ingredients, with a focus on protein and by‑product commodities
• Strong network across the feed value chain from origins to end‑users
• Sharp negotiation, commercial acumen, and risk‑management skills
• Entrepreneurial drive, analytical mindset, and goal‑oriented execution

Key Performance Indicators

• Successful completion of trade agreements within established timelines
• Exceeding sales targets for key commodity products
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with customers and suppliers

Additional Requirements

• Proficiency in MS Office and relevant trading software
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills