Trader

Date: 28 Oct 2025

Country: Netherlands

Function: Not Applicable

Sub-Function: Not Applicable

Olam Agri ~ A differentiated, and market leading global agri-business focused on high-growth end consumption markets.
Our food, feed, fibre, agri-industrials & ag-services capabilities span 30+ countries, and we participate in global food and agri-trade flows, working with farmers and customers to connect local origins and global destinations. With a global origination footprint and processing capabilities, we transform food, feed and fibre to create value for customers and enable farming communities to prosper sustainably, to meet the changing consumption, food security and sustainability needs shaping the global food and agricultural landscape.

Job Responsibilities

Execute trades in physical and/or financial commodity markets in alignment with company strategy and risk appetite.
Monitor global market trends, economic indicators, geopolitical developments, and supply-demand dynamics to identify trading opportunities.
Develop and maintain relationships with brokers, suppliers, clients, and other market participants.
Analyze market data and use quantitative models to forecast price movements and optimize trading strategies.
Collaborate with logistics, finance, and compliance teams to ensure smooth trade execution and settlement.
Maintain accurate records of trades and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
Prepare regular reports and presentations on trading performance and market outlook.
Assess ways of growing our market access through significant local players.
Set the game plan, lead, and provide guidance for the origination and trading opportunities.
Coordinate the strategy and tactics with the global head and provide risk mitigation when needed.

Required Experience

Proven experience as a successful trader in agricultural markets with a track record of profitable strategies
Strong understanding of commodity markets, trading platforms, and financial instruments (futures, options, swaps).
Market and new business development.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of the cash and physical markets, including the agriculture supply chain
Strong analytical and quantitative skills and in-depth knowledge of financial markets, asset classes, and trading instruments.
Proactive decision-maker with the ability to adapt to changing market conditions.
Excellent knowledge of international trading house operations and other counterparts
Good understanding of derivatives markets and their instruments
Ability to run a prop book on the futures market.
Demonstrated ability to identify and pursue new trading opportunities, expand into emerging markets, and build strategic partnerships to grow the trading portfolio.

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in engineering, finance, economics, or a related field
MBA/Master or PhD is desirable.

Olam 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.