Agro Commodity Trader - International

Nature Bio Foods BV is seeking an enthusiastic and self-driven Trader to join their team. As a subsidiary of Nature Bio Foods Ltd., the company is a pioneer in the organic business in The Netherlands and has emerged as a trustworthy and innovative global leader in providing authentic organic products to consumers worldwide. With a holistic, integrated, and sustainable business model, Nature Bio Foods inspires, promotes, and supports thousands of farming families. The company is well-recognized for its remarkable performances, quality products, and trustworthiness, establishing itself as a leading organic company. As a Trader at Nature Bio Foods BV, you will be responsible for driving sales and profitability of the international desk of Grains and Cereals. Your role will involve procurement and sales, managing margins, customer service, opportunities and risk assessment, and facilitating information exchange within the commercial team. Your high energy, drive, creativity, and outstanding communication skills will be crucial in further developing the business to achieve continued growth. Key Responsibilities: - Purchase and sales of Grains and Cereals, including volumes, deliveries, margins, contract formulation and execution, and cost price calculations. - Managing inventory positions within the category. - Formulating sales budgets for the category. - Building and maintaining supplier relationships. - Ensuring optimal customer satisfaction. - Handling commercial issues and complaints. - Identifying new trade opportunities and product development. - Monitoring international market developments. - Tracking results and suggesting corrective action plans when needed. - Contributing to the continuous improvement of work procedures and systems. - Ensuring all suppliers meet stringent vendor approval requirements. - Participating in sales meetings. - Visiting existing and potential customers and suppliers nationally and internationally. - Attending trade-related fairs. Requirements: - Minimum Bachelor's level education, ideally in Organic International Trade. - At least 5 years of experience in a trade role in the food and Grains business. - Experience in an import/export environment and successful customer service experience. - Affinity with food ingredients and the organic industry. - Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. - Effective contract negotiation skills. - Awareness of relevant quality and food safety regulations. - Ability to solve challenging problems. - Strong prioritization skills, ability to meet deadlines, and work with minimal direction. - Stress-resistant. - Proficiency in the English language (both written and verbal). - An "international" mindset, result-driven, attention to detail, and a team player. - Independent risk/reward assessment. - Willingness to travel, including internationally (about 20% of your time).,