Trader - Maize

Bachelor degree

Key Responsibilities:

1. Market & Customer Development:

   • Develop a portfolio of global customers and maintain strong relationships with them.
   • Expand to new geographies and add new customers annually.
   • Conduct competitor analysis by staying updated on market trends to achieve higher market share.

2. Strategic Planning:

   • Identify and advise management on new business ideas in maize and other agri commodities.
   • Develop and implement go-to-market strategies for value-added and customized products.
   • Evaluate market trends and customer needs to drive business growth.

3. Sourcing & Supply Chain Management:

   • Source maize directly from FPOs and farmers.
   • Manage the entire supply chain from sourcing to delivery, ensuring product quality and meeting customer specifications.
   • Oversee international buying and ensure timely fulfillment of orders.

4. Business Development:

   • Identify opportunities to diversify the maize business into new markets and products.
   • Build a robust foundation for the new maize business, leveraging strong business acumen and innovative thinking.
   • Collaborate with management to create and execute growth strategies for the maize trading division.

Qualifications & Experience:

• MBA or PGDM from a reputable B-school.
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in international maize trading and business development.
• Proven experience in sourcing and supply chain management within the maize/corn or agri-commodity industry.
• Prior exposure to international markets is highly preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to think strategically and offer innovative business solutions.

Key Competencies:

• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong leadership abilities.
• Market awareness and ability to conduct competitor analysis.
• Strong customer relationship management.
• Proven ability to develop new business ideas and execute them successfully.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.