We are looking for an experienced Senior Trader / Head of Sector specialized in commodities trading —with a well-established network of supply and demand contacts.
What our client Offer
* Access to a well-capitalized platform with full operational and financial support
* Broad autonomy to manage and grow the business
* Meritocratic, results-oriented culture
* Opportunity to become a global leader for a product or region
* Competitive compensation: CHF 200,000 – 250,000 + profit sharing, based on business size and profitability
* Target business turnover: $300–500 million within 1–2 years, with scalable growth potentiaL
Who are you?
The ideal candidate will have the ability to build a new business line autonomously, taking full P&L accountability, and will report directly to the COO overseeing both trading and operations
Tasks and responsibilities:
* Develop product-specific sourcing and sales strategies
* Originate trade flows and maintain strong relationships with global producers
* Set up marketing operations and develop relationships with end buyers and other traders
* Collaborate closely with logistics, operations, and finance teams to ensure efficient contract execution
* Provide market intelligence related to specific commodities
* Manage risk and coordinate product-specific hedging strategies with the hedging desk
* Represent the Company at industry forums and conferences
* Mentor and support junior staff development
* Minimum 5 years of physical commodity trading experience, preferably with prime trading houses
* Broad network of supplier and customer relationships
* Proven track record of successful trades; transferable book of business is a plus
* Strong business development and leadership skills with the ability to build a new business from scratch
* In-depth knowledge of relevant global and regional supply chains and operational business understanding
* Ability to assess and manage risk around trading positions and market events
* Entrepreneurial mindset, excellent negotiation skills, and ability to work independently and collaboratively
* Fluent professional English; other European languages are a plus
Our company
KNET HUMAN RESOURCES is a consulting firm, leader in national and international recruitment, for C-Level, Top & Senior Management, Middle Management, Temporary and International Search.
We act as a Business Partner in Search and Selection, through our specialized units:
Companies
- Executive & C-Level
- HR, Finance & Accountancy
- Technical & Engineering
- Sales & Marketing / Supply Chain
- IT & Digital
Professional firms
Our company, authorized by the Ministry of Labour, does not act as a temporary-work agency, thus we do not provide personnel. The employment relationship is directly regulated between the company and the candidate.
Additional information
This search is open to all, regardless of their gender, as stated in L. 903/77/Art. 1.
We guarantee maximum confidentiality and personal audition with all the applicants whose résumé is coherent with this search.
KNET HUMAN RESOURCES SRL: PERMANENT MINISTERIAL AUTHORIZATION Prot. 39/0003074 / MA004.A003
Additional compensation: Share options / Equity plan, Profit-sharing scheme, Referral bonus