Salary
R0 - R0 (PER MONTH)
Company
Job Mail South Africa
South Africa
Grain Trader
Helderberg Personnel
Location
Stellenbosch
Role
Grain Trader
Job type
Permanent
Work setup
Not specified
Closing date
10 Apr 2026
Job Specification
The purpose of this role:Originating, trading, and managing grain positions across the South African market, while building strong relationships with producers, buyers, and logistics partners. Key ResponsibilitiesSource, buy, and sell grains (e.g. maize, wheat, soybeans, sunflower) in line with market opportunitiesMonitor local and international commodity markets, price movements, and supply/demand trendsNegotiate contracts with farmers, millers, exporters, and other counterpartiesManage trading positions, margins, and risk exposureCoordinate logistics, storage, and delivery of grain with internal and external partnersMaintain accurate trading records and ensure compliance with
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The purpose of this role:
Originating, trading, and managing grain positions across the South African market, while building strong relationships with producers, buyers, and logistics partners.
Key Responsibilities
- Source, buy, and sell grains (e.g. maize, wheat, soybeans, sunflower) in line with market opportunities
- Monitor local and international commodity markets, price movements, and supply/demand trends
- Negotiate contracts with farmers, millers, exporters, and other counterparties
- Manage trading positions, margins, and risk exposure
- Coordinate logistics, storage, and delivery of grain with internal and external partners
- Maintain accurate trading records and ensure compliance with company policies and regulations
- Build and maintain strong relationships across the agricultural value chain
- A relevant tertiary qualification
- 5 Years’ + proven experience in grain trading, commodity trading, or agricultural marketing
- Strong understanding of the South African grain market and SAFEX
- Excellent negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, results-driven environment
- Established network within the South African grain industry
- Experience with exports, imports, or cross-border trading
- Knowledge of risk management and hedging strategies