Cotton Trader

Job description:

We are seeking a dynamic Cotton Trader to join our global trading team. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow within a fast-paced international commodities environment by contributing trading ideas, supporting business operations, and actively participating in the development of cotton-related strategies, research, and execution processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Map the end-to-end cotton supply chain from producers to end-users
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the cotton industry from field to finished product
• Monitor and analyse domestic and international cotton flows
• Support operational, logistical, and marketing activities to meet business targets
• Build and maintain trading databases with historical and market data
• Assist in managing cotton purchase and sales contracts
• Liaise with suppliers, agents, and buyers to coordinate shipments and transactions
• Oversee and manage outstanding sales and purchase contracts
• Support FX (foreign exchange) activities in coordination with the treasury team
• Manage internal trading systems, MIS reporting and data accuracy
• Maintain and enhance balance sheets and contribute to trading strategies for West Africa

Education, Experience and Skills:

• Degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics or International Trade
• 5–10 years of relevant experience in commodities trading (preferably in cotton or softs)
• Strong analytical and quantitative capabilities, excellent communication and negotiation skills, attention to detail, ability to work under pressure
• Proficiency in MS Excel and trading-related IT systems
• Fluency in French is required
• In-depth knowledge of cotton market dynamics and product fundamentals
• Solid understanding of basis trading, balance sheets, futures and options
• Awareness of both domestic and international commodity exchanges
• Familiarity with commercial terms and contract structures
• Proactive and self-driven attitude with ability to contribute ideas and insights

COFCO International is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   www.cofcointernational.com

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