Description
Mayana Agro seeks an experienced commodity trading professional to originate and execute structured trade deals across Nigeria. The ideal candidate possesses deep market relationships, strong negotiation capability, and proven experience executing large-volume trades from sourcing through delivery.
How to Apply ⤵️
Send your CV to hi@mayanaafrica.com with "Commercial/ Trading Associate" as the subject.
Requirements
Requirements:
• 4+ years in commodity trading, agro-supply chains, or bulk procurement
• Proven track record executing large-volume trades
• Existing relationships with buyers & suppliers
Skills & Expertise
• Strong negotiation & deal structuring
• Logistics & supply chain execution
• Risk assessment & quality control
• Pricing & margin management
• Contract & trade documentation discipline
Strong Advantage• Access to trade finance or banking relationships
• Export market exposure
• Experience trading grains, oilseeds, or cash crops
Bonuses
Benefits
Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities
1. Deal Origination & Market Development
• Secure purchase orders and supply contracts from mills, processors, exporters, and bulk buyers
• Maintain and grow industry relationships
• Identify high-margin trading opportunities
2. Sourcing & Supplier Network Management
• Build and manage farmer, aggregator, and supplier networks
• Negotiate optimal farmgate pricing
• Ensure consistent quality and supply volume
3. Trade Execution & Logistics
• Coordinate aggregation, storage, and transportation
• Manage delivery from origin to buyer
• Ensure timeline and quality compliance
4. Commercial Structuring & Risk Management
• Structure deals to minimize price and counterparty risk
• Align supplier and buyer payment cycles
• Prevent losses through strong contract & quality control
5. Market Intelligence & Pricing Strategy
• Monitor seasonal trends and regional price movements
• Optimize timing of purchases and deliveries
• Provide strategic pricing insights
6. Finance & Capital Efficiency
• Support trade finance structuring
• Work with banks & financiers where necessary
• Improve working capital cycles