Junior Cotton Trader

Position Purpose:

The Junior Trader (Cotton) will be responsible for providing support as a first step to the trading team. In addition, you will have to learn all the aspects of cotton specifications and trading so that at a later stage you will be able to take part as a second in either buying or selling markets. This position requires patience and a strong team spirit, as well as the ability to listen and understand the different aspects of the business.

Responsibilities

Primary duties will include:

Learning physical cotton specifications / values,
Understanding and maintenance of accurate costings,
Assist and learn in executing trades in strict adherence with compliance and risk management guidelines,
Monitor market movements and analysis to identify trading opportunities,
Support senior traders in developing and implementing trading strategies / new channels,
Maintain accurate records of trades, both physical and derivatives,
Collaborate with the trading team as well as back office to enhance trading practices and service to customers,
Participate in weekly trading calls and contribute insights based on analysis,
Negotiation and relationship with local suppliers,
Follow up of contracted deliveries and take-up results

Qualifications:

University degree with Economic and Trading background preferably
Fluent English and Spanish, any other languages is a plus
Good knowledge of trading platforms, ideally Fintrade
Excellent attention to detail
Good customer service skills and hands-on experience with data management tools and office software programs
Able to work and perform within a fast- growing business keeping motivation and contributing to the business expansion and success
Travel required