Trading Manager

Responsibilities:

• Analyze the Saudi fresh produce and fruit market trends, including pricing, consumer demand, and seasonal shifts.
• Maintain up-to-date intelligence on wholesale markets, including Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, and Madina.
• Forecast product demand, price volatility, and competitor movements.
• Identify emerging opportunities for high-value or under-supplied items.
• Develop and manage international supplier relationships in key producing countries such as India, Egypt, Turkey, Jordan, Oman, and Kenya.
• Negotiate procurement contracts, pricing terms, and payment schedules.
• Ensure compliance with SFDA, MEWA, and import regulations for all inbound products.
• Plan and coordinate import shipments, ensuring correct documentation including phytosanitary, customs, and SFDA approvals.
• Liaise with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and cold chain service providers.
• Optimize transportation modes including air, sea, and reefer truck based on cost and freshness requirements.
• Explore export potential for Nawami-grown carrots and other products.
• Build annual P&L plans and trading budgets for the produce division.
• Track cost per tonne, profit margins, and ROI on trade flows.
• Monitor and control operating expenses, logistics costs, and waste reduction.
• Prepare weekly and monthly performance reports for management.
• Ensure all traded produce meets food safety, quality, and labeling standards including SFDA and GSO.
• Implement cold chain and handling SOPs from origin to customer.
• Work with QA teams to inspect inbound shipments and resolve quality claims.
• Maintain documentation and traceability for every transaction.

Requirements

• Bacheloru2019s degree in Business Administration or any related field.
• MBA is preferred.

Professional Experience

• At least 5 yearsu2019 experience working as a Trading Manager.
• At least 10 yearsu2019 experience working in managerial level.

Other Qualifications

• Well versed with computer operations.
• Driving License.
• Fluent in English.

Competencies

• People Management u2013 able to manage multinational workforce and supplier base.
• Knowledge of international food quality and safety standards.
• Sound knowledge of budgeting and managing operations.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Planning and organizing skills.
• Business acumen.