Foodstuff Trader (SG/ VN/ TH/ CN) Permanent

My client is building up their foodstuff desk and is looking for exceptional talents to join their team and you will be heavily involved in building up their business here in the region. You will be part of a dynamic team and under the guidance of exceptional leadership.

Job responsibilities:

• Trading of food ingredients in the region – e.g. dairy, vegetable oils, grains-related products (wheat flour, rice), fruit concentrates, corn derivatives etc.
• Developing new projects here and working closely with entity overseas
• Maintains budgets for managed entity as well as the individual projects it takes on
• Makes key decisions for managed entity
• Research and analyses industry, market, and competitors to make informed strategy decisions
• Creates initiatives to take advantage of market opportunities, reduce operational threats, forestall business risks and maximise strengths

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• At least 5 years of experience in food ingredients trading. You should be familiar with foodstuff products
• Familiar with international trade process, import and export documents and letter of credit operation process.
• Possess strong connections and network with Asia food manufacturers
• Location: Singapore/ Vietnam/ Thailand/ China
• Strong Written and Oral Communication in an additional local language is a plus