Business Development
Junior Trader - Instant Coffee
Sucafina
Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Full-time, Associate
Remote: No
Full-time, Associate
Remote: No
Company Description
Sucafina is the leading sustainable Farm to Roaster coffee company, with a family tradition in commodities that stretches back to 1905. Today, with more than 1,500 employees in 44 countries, we help stakeholders worldwide to find the perfect coffee solutions. We embed technology, innovation, and sustainability throughout the supply chain, creating shared value for all by Investing in Farmers, Caring for People, and Protecting Our Planet. For more information, visit www.sucafina.com.
Job Description
Trading Operations:
- Join our extensive training program on key products in Green and Instant Coffee, from beans to roastery;
- Gradually taking responsibilities in trading activities to optimize profitability while managing risk effectively;
- Build and find new customers, open new markets, ensure sales target and growth rate;
- Monitor and manage inventory levels to ensure timely delivery and fulfillment of contracts;
Market Analysis:
- Stay abreast of global market trends, pricing dynamics, and supply-demand factors related to soluble coffee;
- Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify potential opportunities and risks
Contract Negotiation :
- Negotiate and finalize contracts with suppliers and customers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions;
- Work closely with Coordination team to ensure all contracts are following regulations and company policies;
Risk management:
- Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate price fluctuations and market uncertainties.
- Monitor and assess potential risks in the supply chain and implement proactive measures to address them.
Team Collaboration:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including logistics, finance, R&D and quality assurance to ensure seamless execution of trading operations;
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, or a related field with proven good academic record; Fresh graduates or less than 2 years of relevant experience in Trading;
- Strong command of verbal and written English;
- Highly motivated to build a career in the coffee industry; willing to take extensive learning to learn about our products;
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret market data and trends;
- Familiarity with legal and regulatory aspects of trading agreements;
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines; Flexibility to travel as needed to engage with suppliers, buyers, and attend industry events;