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Africa Trade and Distribution CoCommodity Trader
Africa Trade and Distribution Co is looking for a Commodity Trader to join the operations department at their Harare location. This role oversees the entire commodity…
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Africa Trade and Distribution Co is looking for a Commodity Trader to join the operations department at their Harare location. This role oversees the entire commodity trading function, handling domestic procurement, regional imports, and international exports for both agricultural and industrial commodities. The position involves directing trading strategies, building partnerships with suppliers and buyers, and connecting trading activities with agricultural development, logistics, and trade finance. This career opportunity suits professionals…
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Africa Trade and Distribution Co is looking for a Commodity Trader to join the operations department at their Harare location. This role oversees the entire commodity trading function, handling domestic procurement, regional imports, and international exports for both agricultural and industrial commodities. The position involves directing trading strategies, building partnerships with suppliers and buyers, and connecting trading activities with agricultural development, logistics, and trade finance.
This career opportunity suits professionals with extensive experience in commodities trading, procurement, or supply chain management who want to contribute to trade in Africa. The person in this position will manage market volatility, coordinate supply chain and logistics, and lead business development initiatives to expand the trading portfolio.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive trading strategies for domestic procurement, regional imports, and international exports.
- Monitor and analyze domestic, regional, and international market trends, price movements, and supply and demand dynamics.
- Collaborate with the Trade Finance Department to structure financing solutions and optimize the use of trade finance instruments.
- Coordinate with the Logistics and Shipping Department to manage procurement, transport, warehousing, and distribution.
- Identify and build export markets for Zimbabwean commodities, targeting African Continental Free Trade Area member states and other regions.
- Onboard new suppliers and buyers to grow the trading portfolio while maintaining relationships with stakeholders such as farmers, processors, and millers.
- Implement risk management strategies and hedging techniques to counter price fluctuations and supply chain disruptions.
Requirements
- Hold an undergraduate degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Economics, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
- Bring a minimum of 8 to 10 years of experience in commodities trading, procurement, or supply chain management.
- Demonstrate at least 5 years of experience in a leadership or senior trading role.
- Submit an updated CV to the designated email address by 5 November 2026.
Qualifications
- Possess a postgraduate degree such as an MBA, or an MSc in Finance, Economics, or Agribusiness.
- Hold professional certifications such as Chartered Financial Analyst, Certified Commodity Trader, Certified Supply Chain Professional, or Chartered Market Technician.
- Have experience in regional and international commodity trading, including cross-border trade and African Continental Free Trade Area markets.
- Demonstrate background experience in agricultural commodities, value chain development, manufacturing, mining, and export markets.
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Where is the Commodity Trader position located?
The role is based in Harare, operating under ATDC Zimbabwe.
What is the application deadline for this job?
Applications must be submitted by 5 November 2026.
How can I apply for the position?
Interested candidates should submit an updated CV to careers@cbz.co.nz.
Is salary information specified in the posting?
The salary is not specified in the job posting.
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