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Green Coffee Trader
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Location

London

Type

full-time

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About this role

Company Description

The Company:

You will have the opportunity to work for one of the most dynamic coffee companies out there and commit to Sucafina’s purpose by creating opportunities to improve lives. Today, with more than 1,500 employees in 44 countries, the Group is a key and growing player in the coffee world. With its main trading base in Geneva, Sucafina sources coffee, often directly from farmers, to provide its partners with sustainable value across the global supply chain.

What are we looking for:

We are looking for entrepreneurs, techies, passionate, eager to learn, humble, with a positive attitude and a high level of integrity People. Flexible and willing to take challenges. People who want to build expertise and a career in the coffee business and are ready to go the extra mile.

What we offer:

We offer within our pleasant family-like environment, great opportunities to learn and grow, we offer challenges and exposure to a multicultural environment, on-merit base compensation, and free coffee around the clock!

Job Description

Summary:
This role requires a deep understanding of global coffee markets, price risk management, and supply chain dynamics, as well as strong analytical and negotiation skills. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Sell green coffee to roasters, importers, and industrial clients in various markets.
  • Identify and onboard new suppliers and clients to expand the company’s global network.
  • Source, negotiate, and purchase coffee from producers, cooperatives, and exporters.
  • Analyse global coffee market trends, prices, supply and demand, and logistics factors to identify trading opportunities.
  • Manage and optimise trading positions, ensuring profitability and compliance with internal risk limits.
  • Coordinate with logistics teams to oversee shipment schedules, documentation, and quality control.
  • Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, buyers, and financial partners.
  • Monitor currency exchange and hedging requirements in coordination with the finance team.Prepare and maintain detailed records of contracts, pricing, and trade performance.
  • Attend international coffee fairs, cupping sessions, and origin visits to build market intelligence and partnerships.
  • Support sustainability and traceability initiatives within the supply chain. 

Qualifications

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, International Trade, or related field.Minimum 3–5 years of experience in commodities trading, preferably coffee.
  • Strong understanding of global coffee markets, quality grades, and trade flows.
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
  • Analytical mindset with proficiency in Excel and trading/ERP systems.
  • Proficiency in Power BI or similar tools for visualizing trade performance and market trends.
  • Fluency in English; additional languages are an asset.Ability to travel internationally when needed.

Competencies:

  • Commercially driven with a high attention to detail.
  • Strong relationship builder and team player.
  • Resilient, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced trading environment.
  • Integrity and compliance-minded. 
  • Comfortable working across time zones and cultures in a global trading environment.
  • Company: Sucafina
  • Other facts

    Tech stack
    Green Coffee Trading,Negotiation Skills,Analytical Skills,Market Analysis,Supply Chain Dynamics,Relationship Building,Risk Management,Logistics Coordination,Sustainability Initiatives,Communication Skills,Excel Proficiency,Power BI,International Trade,Coffee Market Knowledge,Attention to Detail,Team Player

    About Jobs for Humanity

    Jobs for Humanity paves the way to a fairer future for all by connecting historically underrepresented talent to welcoming employers. Through the combination of cutting-edge recruiting technology and expert D&I consultation, Jobs for Humanity makes inclusive hiring seamless, scalable, and sustainable.

    For more information on how to volunteer, or to partner and collaborate with Jobs For Humanity, visit our website - www.jobsforhumanity.com

    Team size: 11-50 employees
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    Industry: Non-profit Organizations
    Founding Year: 2020

    What you'll do

    • The Green Coffee Trader will sell green coffee to various clients, source and negotiate purchases from producers, and analyze market trends to identify trading opportunities. They will also manage trading positions and coordinate logistics for shipments.

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