Trader - Building Materials Closed  

We are actively looking through our AWA (Ampersand World Africa) services, for a Trader of Building Materials to reinforce the existing team for one of our clients, a trading and logistics company active in the sector of building materials distribution (especially cement). Expertise in Africa is requested. Position is based in Abidjan (Ivory Coast).

Your Mission:

• Procurement, trading, and coordination of dry-bulk commodities.
• Maintain an existing portfolio and develop additional clients.
• Collect and report market intelligence on import flows, prices, volumes, products.
• Liaising with suppliers and customers on deliveries and forecasts.
• Working with our other departments and suppliers to secure logistics and vessels for deliveries.
• Ensuring that the new business will turn into a long-term relation and repetitive business.

Your Profile:

• University degree, preferably in engineering, logistics, business management, or a related field.
• The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of experience in the Commodity Trading Business.
• International Trade, Cement Industry or Logistics field with Africa.
• Must be fluent in English and French, and any other languages will be an asset
• Adequate knowledge of Products (cementitious materials and/or building materials).
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and other MS Office tools.
• Teamwork-oriented with very good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Negotiation skills: Strong negotiator and ability to outperform market levels.
• Ability to handle multiple concurrent tasks and changing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Being dynamic, goal-oriented, and flexible.
• Willingness for extensive overseas travel and international mobility.
• Ability to achieve results in a demanding and challenging environment.