Junior Trader, Central Europe – Packaging Papers

Our client is a leading pulp and paper trading company headquartered in Europe.

We are looking for a junior commodity trader with 1-3 years experience to join their team. Working closely with senior traders and leaders at the organization, this position will involve managing a key supplier and several customers.

This established trading organization operates internationally and has a strong financial background.  They trade different pulp grades as well as speciality papers and are known for developing remote markets.

Responsibilities:

• Trading packaging papers in Central Europe
• Acquire, negotiate and close sales and purchase contracts
• Service and maintain excellent working relationships with both customers and suppliers
• Source, prospect and identify new customers and trading opportunities
• Attend relevant trade shows and business events to broaden growth opportunities

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of experience trading a physical commodity (not using a digital platform, instead meeting customers and suppliers in person to facilitate sales)
• Proficiency in English and German; proficiency in other languages is a major asset
• Strong negotiation skills
• Entrepreneurial drive
• Progressive business skills
• A business or international trade degree, or equivalent professional experience