Senior Commodity Trader
STAFF FOCUS • Cape Town, Western Cape • Posted June 08, 2026
About the Role
Our client is seeking a talented and driven Senior Commodity Trader to join their team. This role is ideal for an entrepreneurial individual who thrives in a high-performance environment and is motivated by an aggressive profit-sharing remuneration structure in addition to a competitive base salary.
The successful candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of the physical commodity market in their area of specialization, including product dynamics, pricing drivers, customer and supplier networks, and logistics. A proven track record of executing profitable trades is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of the physical commodity market in their area of specialization, including product dynamics, pricing drivers, customer and supplier networks, and logistics. A proven track record of executing profitable trades is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Establish and grow a profitable trading division within the company.
- Develop and manage an annual income budget, including volumes, counterparties, margins, and projected cash flow.
- Continuously monitor and analyse local and international market trends affecting your trading portfolio.
- Identify, negotiate, a...