International Trader

apartmentMerand Corbett & Associates placeCape Town calendar_month 

Key Responsibilities

  1. Global Sourcing & Supply Development
  • Source seafood products from international origin markets
  • Build and manage global supplier relationships
  • Negotiate supply agreements and ensure quality and reliability
  • Diversify sourcing to reduce supply risk
  1. International Market Development
  • Develop new global customer accounts and markets
  • Match international supply with market demand
  • Conduct market analysis and identify growth opportunities
  1. Commercial Trading & Deal Execution
  • Structure and negotiate buy/sell transactions
  • Manage pricing, allocation, and margin performance
  • Execute contracts from agreement to delivery
  1. Logistics & Trade Execution
  • Coordinate international shipping and freight
  • Manage documentation, customs, and delivery processes
  • Resolve supply chain disruptions
  1. Trade Finance & Risk Management
  • Manage payment structures (LCs, TT, collections)
  • Assess credit and counterparty risk
  • Monitor currency exposure and protect margins
  1. Compliance & Market Intelligence
  • Ensure compliance with international trade regulations and customs requirements
  • Monitor pricing trends, supply conditions, freight markets, and geopolitical risks
  • Provide insights and recommendations to management
Requirements
  • 5+ years experience in international trading, sourcing, or commodity trading
  • Strong knowledge of global logistics, Incoterms, and trade finance
  • Experience with pricing strategy, FX exposure, and contract negotiation
  • Proficiency in ERP/CRM systems and advanced Excel
Core Competencies
  • Strong commercial and negotiation skills
  • Strategic and analytical thinking
  • High attention to detail and execution discipline
  • Strong relationship-building ability
  • Resilient, adaptable, and results-driven mindset
  • Ethical, professional, and culturally aware

*ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED*

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