About the client : PSS has been mandated to hire a Trader - South for a leading global business group with a significant presence in the agricultural sector, particularly in Africa. It is recognized as one of the largest and fastest-growing integrated agricultural supply chain groups. Its operations span a wide range of activities, including procurement, processing, warehousing, transportation, and distribution of various commodities
Job Purpose
The role will be responsible for driving business growth through strategic partnerships and market expansion in Bulk sales, B2B, and GT revenue channels. This role requires a deep understanding of the agricultural commodity landscape, coupled with relationship-building and sales operational capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Market Intelligence & Risk Management :
- Maintain a strong understanding of market dynamics, mandi trends, seasonal fluctuations, and government policies (like MSP, import / export regulations)
- Recommend strategies to hedge risks related to price volatility, stock holding, and logistics
- Track market prices daily and identify profitable arbitrage or trading opportunities (domestic & export sales)
- Conduct regular market visits to monitor price trends, crop conditions, and availability
Trading & Sales
Develop and manage a network of suppliers, farmers, agents, and commodity exchanges contacts across South India for raw pulses procurementNegotiate and close bulk deals for pulses (raw and processed) with wholesalers, institutional buyers, and exportersEnsure raw material procurement is aligned with processing plant requirements and quality standardsAchieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets for bulk salesCoordination With Internal Teams
Coordinate closely with the production, quality control, and logistics teams to ensure smooth inventory flow and dispatchProvide timely and accurate forecasts and plans for commercial operations to internal stakeholdersEducational Qualifications And Experience
Professional qualification in Agriculture Business Management3+ years of experience from an agri-commodity trading business (Pulses commodity preferred)Networking ability in the regional agri-commodity marketFluency in English and Southern vernacular is a must (Telugu, Tamil, Kannada)Willingness to travel extensivelyCommunication and presentation skillsExperience in bulk sales is requiredShow more
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Skills Required
bulk sales , Networking, Communication And Presentation Skills, Risk Management, Market Intelligence