Country Sales and Marketing Manager - Wood

Date: 15 Dec 2025

Country: Netherlands

Function: Not Applicable

Sub-Function: Not Applicable

Olam Agri is a market leading, differentiated food, feed and fibre agri-business with a global origination footprint, processing capabilities and deep understanding of market needs built over 35 years. With a strong presence in high-growth emerging markets and products across grains & oilseeds, wheat milling & pasta, rice, edible oils, specialty grains & seeds, animal feed & protein, cotton, wood products, rubber, sugar & bioenergy and risk management solutions, Olam Agri is at the heart of global food and agri-trade flows with 45.1 million MT in volume handled in 2024. Focused on transforming food, feed and fibre for a more sustainable future, it aims at creating value for customers, enable farming communities to prosper sustainably and strive for a food-secure future. Olam Agri Holdings Limited, which holds the Olam Agri business, is a 64.6% owned subsidiary of Olam Group. 35.4% of Olam Agri Holdings is owned by SALIC International Investment Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Olam Agri’s strategic partner The Saudi Agricultural and Livestock Company.

Job Responsibilities

Market Analysis: Monitor and analyze domestic and international timber markets to identify trends, supply-demand dynamics, pricing fluctuations, and regulatory changes that may impact trading activities.
Contract Negotiation: Negotiate sales agreements with clients, and intermediaries.
Client Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, distributors, and end-users. Collaborate to ensure consistent supply and demand fulfillment.
Risk Management: Identify potential risks such as market volatility, transportation challenges, and regulatory compliance issues. Develop strategies to minimize risks and protect the company's interests.
Financial Analysis: Analyze pricing structures, production costs, and market trends to determine optimal pricing strategies that maximize profitability while remaining competitive.
Team Leadership: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior traders and support staff, sharing industry knowledge and best practices to enhance the team's performance.
Reporting: Generate regular reports on trading activities, market trends, and financial performance.
Business Development: Identify potential business opportunities and partnerships within the timber industry. Explore new markets, products, and channels for growth!
Be the face of Olam Wood Products in the region. The incumbent must strategically manage the responsibilities and dynamic environment, constantly keeping in touch with the important players to keep herself abreast of the latest in the sector.

Job Requirements

Master’s degree in management. Specialization in Forestry or Agri Commodities preferred.
Extensive experience (typically 10+ years) in timber trading, with a proven track record of successful negotiations and trading activities.
In-depth understanding of timber species, grading standards, and industry-specific terminology.

Olam Agri is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nationality, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants are requested to complete all required steps in the application process including providing a resume/CV in order to be considered for open roles.