Senior Trader - Grains & Oilseeds
Apply now »Date: Apr 24, 2026
Location: EG
Company: Bunge
| City : Cairo | State : Al Qāhirah (EG-C) | Country : Egypt (EG) | Requisition Number: 45112 |
Senior Trader – Grains & Oilseeds | Egypt
Location
Cairo (Maadi)
Role Overview
The Senior Trader is accountable for the commercial performance and execution of grains and oilseeds trading activities in Egypt, acting as the primary interface between the local market and Head Office in Geneva.
The Egyptian market is relationship‑driven and execution‑intensive, requiring strong local credibility, disciplined commercial judgment, and a solid understanding of regional supply chains and global market flows.
Key Responsibilities
- Full commercial ownership of grains and oilseeds trading activities in Egypt
- Manage and develop long‑term relationships with key local customers, suppliers, and counterparties
- Oversee deal execution, contract performance, logistics alignment, and commercial follow‑up
- Act as the local point of reference for Geneva Head Office on:
- Market positioning
- Supply‑and‑demand dynamics
- Trade flows and logistical constraints
- Provide structured input on macro‑economic and market developments impacting Egypt, including FX environment, freight, and Suez Canal related disruptions
- Ensure alignment with internal functions (Execution, Finance, Contract Desk) to support disciplined P&L delivery
- Participate in regional and global trading discussions and value‑chain calls
Experience & Profile
- 5+ years of relevant senior‑level experience in physical grains and/or oilseeds trading
- Deep understanding of the Egyptian commodity market, including customer behavior and commercial practices
- Established professional reputation and trusted network within the local market
- Experience operating within an international trading organization with European / Swiss interfaces
- Strong command of English and Arabic
- Structured, execution‑focused mindset with strong commercial judgment
- Willingness to travel internationally as required
At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of ~37,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they’re grown to where they’re needed—in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn more at Bunge.com.
Every day our people exemplify these values, which represent Bunge at its core:
• We Are One Team – Collaborative, Respectful, Inclusive
• We Lead The Way – Agile, Empowered, Innovative
• We Do What’s Right – Safety, Sustainability, With Integrity
If this sounds like you, join us! We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day – people who are #ProudtoBeBunge
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