Senior Coffee Trader
A leading commodities trading firm is expanding into the U.S. market and seeking a Senior Coffee Trader to lead this strategic growth. With a strong foundation in physical coffee trading across Central America, Brazil, and Ethiopia, and a well-established presence in the UK and Europe, the firm is now positioned to replicate its success stateside.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and manage a U.S.-based client portfolio, leveraging your existing relationships and market expertise.
- Execute physical coffee trades and manage hedging strategies via exchange platforms.
- Collaborate with global teams to ensure seamless sourcing, logistics, and delivery.
- Contribute to the broader U.S. commodities strategy as the business expands beyond coffee.
- Help shape the U.S. office footprint and team structure.
- Progress into an MD-level leadership role as the business scales.
Qualifications
- 12-15 years of experience in physical coffee trading, with a strong sales and client-facing background.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and grow a profitable book of business.
- Deep understanding of the U.S. coffee market, including logistics, pricing, and client dynamics.
- Experience in a large, structured trading organization.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate independently and build from scratch.
- Strong knowledge of exchange-based hedging strategies.
- Based in the Tri-State area, with a preference for New Jersey
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