Trader

Food Ingredients Trader

Food Manufacturing

Remote (Europe)

Major Recruitment is working in partnership with a global food trading business that specialises in sustainably sourcing and supplying high-quality BRC-certified meat, seafood and food ingredients worldwide. We are looking to speak with Traders who have experience with ingredients, meat and/or seafood

As a Trader, you will be responsible for global sourcing and food product sales. This role will actively manage procurement, trading and sales activities across all continents, ensuring profitability, quality, and long-term business partnerships.

Key Responsibilities of a Trader

• Develop and execute strategic trading plans to grow sales and profitability.
• Ensure timely documentation for imports and exports, including contracts, shipping documents and food safety certificates.
• Source raw materials and finished goods from global suppliers.
• Sell food products to international buyers.
• Manage pricing, contract negotiations, and payment terms with buyers and suppliers.
• Ensure all sourced material complies with certification, sustainability standards, and customer requirements.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent quality, timely deliveries, and long-term collaboration.
• Stay updated with regulations on international trade, standards, and sustainability requirements
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, key accounts, and partners.
• Provide exceptional service, respond to inquiries, and resolve complaints professionally.
• Track market trends, competitor activity, and pricing developments to ensure competitive positioning.
• Identify and onboard new suppliers, including cooperatives, aggregators, and processors globally.

Skills required to be a successful Trader

• Previous experience in international trading of food ingredients, meat or seafood
• Proven track record of sourcing and selling across multiple geographies
• Strong understanding of international trade, supply chain and certification systems.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and detail-oriented with a commercial mindset.

Major Recruitment is an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Should you be seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment, or contract you will find our staff professional and courteous and our interview process straightforward.

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