Commodities Manager / Head of Commodities at Casalavoro Limited

CasaLavoro Commodities is a leading agricultural commodity trading company with a vision to lead Africa in agricultural commodity trade, bridging the continent with the world through seamless and sustainable access to quality products. Our mission is to be the leading provider of the best quality agricultural commodities in every location of the world. We seek a Head of Commodities to join our dynamic team.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Commodities Manager / Head of Commodities

Location: Wuse 2, Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Head of Commodities to lead our commodities trading business.
• The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of the global agricultural commodities market, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record of driving business growth and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the company's commodities trading strategy to achieve business objectives.
• Lead and manage a team of commodities traders, analysts, and support staff.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, buyers, and logistics providers.
• Identify and capitalize on market opportunities to drive business growth and profitability.
• Manage and mitigate market risks, including price, currency, and logistics risks.
• Develop and manage the company's commodities portfolio, including sourcing, trading, and delivery of commodities.
• Collaborate with other departments, including finance, logistics, and operations, to ensure seamless execution of commodities trading activities.
• Provide market insights and intelligence to inform business decisions.
• Develop and manage the department's budget and ensure cost-effective operations.

Key Criteria's

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field, such as Business, Economics, or Agriculture.
• 7 - 10 years of experience in commodities trading, preferably in agricultural commodities.
• Proven track record of driving business growth and profitability in a commodities trading environment.
• Deep understanding of the global agricultural commodities market, including market trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Exceptional leadership and management skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team of commodities professionals.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex market data and make informed business decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• Strong risk management skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate market risks.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary (N350,000 - N400,000 monthly) and benefits package.
• Collaborative, dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance
• Opportunity to work with a leading agricultural commodities trading company.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Professional development opportunities.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@casalavoro.net using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note: If you are a motivated and results-driven professional looking for a new challenge in Commodities, kindly Apply.