Coffee Trader

TORQ COMMODITIES is seeking a motivated and analytical Coffee Trader to join their trading team, sourcing green coffee and managing spot inventories, with a focus on German-speaking countries.

Requirements

• Source and purchase coffee from global producers, cooperatives, and exporters.
• Actively manage and optimize p&l of his/her own trading book
• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities to expand our presence in the European coffee market.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with green beans roasters and customers.
• Understand customer needs and liaise effectively with quality assurance and origin teams.
• Collaborate with our offices to develop new and innovative coffee products tailored to European tastes.
• Participate actively in coffee selection and curation to ensure the highest quality offerings.
• Represent the company at industry events and trade exhibitions across Europe.
• Sell coffee to roasters, importers, and institutional clients in key markets.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, terms, and quality specifications.
• Manage trading positions, price exposure, and hedging strategies using futures/options
• Monitor global coffee market trends, supply/demand dynamics, currency fluctuations, and macroeconomic drivers.
• Maintain strong relationships with producers, shipping agents, warehouses, and buyers.
• Oversee logistics, quality control, and documentation to ensure smooth delivery.
• Conduct market analysis to identify trends, pricing, and opportunities within the coffee sector.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and buyers to optimize trading operations.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels for efficient trading.
• Stay updated on industry developments, including regulations and quality standards.
• Collaborate with the logistics team to ensure timely and accurate delivery of products.
• Analyze trade performance and prepare reports for management.
• Engage with stakeholders to enhance the company’s market presence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus
• Opportunity to work in a global commodity environment
• Exposure to international markets and leading industry players
• Career development in a fast-growing trading team