Auf einen Blick
- Aufgaben: Verwalte den Einkauf und Verkauf von Kakaoprodukten in einem dynamischen Handelsumfeld.
- Unternehmen: Führendes Unternehmen im Bereich Lebensmittelhandel mit Fokus auf Nachhaltigkeit.
- Vorteile: Attraktives Gehalt, flexible Arbeitszeiten und internationale Reisegelegenheiten.
- Weitere Informationen: Engagiertes Umfeld mit Möglichkeiten zur persönlichen und beruflichen Weiterentwicklung.
- Warum dieser Job: Gestalte die Zukunft des Kakaohandels und arbeite mit einem vielfältigen Team.
- Qualifikationen: Bachelor-Abschluss und 5 Jahre Erfahrung im Handel oder in Rohstoffen.
Das prognostizierte Gehalt liegt zwischen 90000 - 110000 CHF pro Jahr.
About The Role The Cocoa Trader role is part of the Products Trading team based in Zürich.
The position is primarily responsible for the external sourcing and subsequent sale of cocoa powder and cake to our European manufacturing sites.
In addition, the role supports broader trading activities, including the purchase and sale of cocoa butter and liquor to third‑party customers, in line with sales targets and available production capacities.
A key aspect of the role is the monitoring and management of trading exposures and risks arising from intercompany cocoa powder transactions, ensuring effective oversight of the trading book.
The position also encompasses responsibilities related to financial transactions, hedging activities, and derivative instruments, contributing to the overall performance and risk management of the trading business.
Key Responsibilities Include Manage the procurement of cocoa powder and cocoa cake to support intercompany supply requirements.
Oversee cocoa powder sales and execution, ensuring a reliable and efficient supply to manufacturing sites across Europe.
Manage and further develop the supplier portfolio, identifying and evaluating alternative sourcing opportunities.
Source cocoa products by gathering market intelligence and supplier offers, providing competitive pricing and contributing to trading strategy development.
Monitor and manage risk exposures arising from cocoa powder trading activities and maintain oversight of the trading book.
Support cocoa butter and cocoa liquor trading activities, working closely with third-party customers, internal stakeholders, and sales teams.
Advise customers and sales teams on market developments, pricing, trading strategies, and business opportunities while maintaining key customer relationships.
Execute cocoa futures and foreign exchange transactions in line with trading objectives and risk management guidelines.
Resolve quality, logistics, and supply chain issues in collaboration with internal teams, customers, and suppliers.
Monitor trade execution and physical product flows while developing a strong understanding of product sourcing processes and related operational requirements.
About You Bachelor’s degree Fluent in English.
French / German is a plus5 years of experience in trading/commodities in an international environment Capacity to lead other teams Good excel and Power Point skills as well as good report writing skills Team player and capable of working cross-functionally across various stakeholders Previous direct customer exposure and combined with presentation skills Stronganalytical and numerical skills Solid understanding of commodities (e. g. cocoa, coffee or other) and international trade Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple conflicting priorities Able to adapt to a dynamic and changing environment Flexible and willing to travel (around 30%)Oriented to results At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion.
United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think.
We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #one BC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Cocoa Trader in Zürich Arbeitgeber: Barry Callebaut Group
Barry Callebaut ist ein hervorragender Arbeitgeber, der eine dynamische und inklusive Arbeitskultur fördert. Mit einem starken Fokus auf persönliche und berufliche Weiterentwicklung bietet das Unternehmen seinen Mitarbeitenden die Möglichkeit, in einem globalen Umfeld zu wachsen und innovative Lösungen im Bereich Beschaffung zu entwickeln. Die Zusammenarbeit mit einem engagierten Team von Fachleuten und die Chance, an bedeutenden Projekten mitzuwirken, machen diese Position besonders attraktiv.
