Trader - Fertilizer Agriculture Commodities

Senior Fertilizer Trader – Sourcing & Origination

Location: Dubai, UAE

Salary: AED 30,000–40,000 per month

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Senior Fertilizer Trader to join our Dubai-based trading team. The role will focus on direct sourcing and origination from international producers and suppliers, alongside developing profitable trading opportunities across global fertilizer and mineral markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Originate and source fertilizer products directly from producers and suppliers across the Middle East, CIS, China, Southeast Asia and Africa.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with international suppliers, buyers, distributors and end-users.
• Identify, negotiate and execute profitable international trading transactions.
• Manage the complete trade lifecycle, including procurement, sales, contracts, logistics and shipment execution.
• Develop buyer relationships in Brazil and Latin America, working closely with the company's local trading team in Brazil.
• Monitor global market trends, pricing, supply-demand dynamics and freight movements.
• Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, payment structures and international trade contracts.
• Manage trade finance, counterparty risks and supply chain challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, International Trade or a related field.
• Minimum 5–10 years of experience in international fertilizer or commodity trading.
• Proven track record in direct sourcing, origination and profitable trade execution.
• Established network of fertilizer producers and suppliers across key international markets.
• Solid understanding of Incoterms, Letters of Credit, trade finance, shipping and international logistics.
• Excellent negotiation, business development and relationship management skills.
• Ability to independently manage the full trading cycle and deliver commercial results.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required.