Agricultural Commodities Trader

Commodity Trading Specialist

About the Role:

The Commodity Trading Specialist will be responsible for monitoring domestic and international markets for price trends and supply-demand dynamics, executing trades in physical or derivatives markets, and developing relationships with clients.

Main Responsibilities:

• Monitor market trends and supply-demand dynamics to inform trading strategies.
• Execute trades in physical or derivatives markets (spot, futures, options) in domestic markets.
• Create and analyze spread/arbitrage opportunities in domestic markets.
• Develop strong relationships with farmers, brokers, processors, exporters, importers, and institutional clients.
• Negotiate contracts and prices for the procurement and sale of commodities.
• Analyze weather patterns, crop reports, government policies, and global trade data to inform trading strategies.
• Manage logistics, warehousing, and delivery schedules in coordination with supply chain partners.
• Mitigate risk using hedging strategies via commodity exchanges like NCDEX, MCX, and CBOT.
• Ensure compliance with trade regulations, quality standards, and documentation.
• Maintain accurate trading books, daily position reports, and profitability tracking.
• Provide insights to procurement teams on price outlook and procurement planning.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in agriculture, economics, business, or related field (MBA/PGDM preferred).
• In-depth knowledge of agricultural markets and commodities (domestic and international).
• Understanding of trading platforms and exchanges (NCDEX, MCX, etc.).
• Proficient in data analysis, market intelligence tools, and Excel.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and networking skills.
• Ability to thrive in high-pressure trading environments and make quick decisions.
• Knowledge of warehousing, logistics, and agri-supply chain is a plus.

What We Offer:

A competitive compensation package and opportunities for professional growth and development.

How to Apply:

Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to [insert contact information].