PpWe are seeking an experienced and commercially driven bHead of Trading – China /b to establish and lead our trading activities across the Chinese market. Based in either London or Switzerland, this individual will be responsible for developing the company's China strategy, building a local commercial presence, recruiting and leading a dedicated China-focused team, and driving profitable growth across key commodity markets. /p pThis is a highly strategic role requiring deep knowledge of the Chinese market, an established industry network, and the ability to build a trading franchise from the ground up. /p pThe successful candidate must be a bnative Mandarin speaker or possess native-level Mandarin proficiency /b, combined with fluent English, enabling them to operate effectively with Chinese counterparties while integrating with the company's international leadership team. /p pbRequirements /b /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 h3Commercial Trading Leadership /h3 ulliDevelop and execute the company's China trading strategy. /liliIdentify and develop new trading opportunities across China. /liliBuild and maintain relationships with key customers, suppliers, processors, importers, exporters, and strategic partners. /liliLead commercial negotiations and manage high-value trading relationships. /liliDrive revenue growth and profitability across the China trading portfolio. /li /ul h3Establishing the China Platform /h3 ulliCreate and implement a scalable market-entry and growth strategy. /liliBuild the company's reputation and presence within the Chinese market. /liliIdentify potential office locations, strategic partnerships, and expansion opportunities where appropriate. /liliAct as the primary commercial representative for China-related activities. /li /ul h3Team Building Leadership /h3 ulliRecruit, develop, and manage a dedicated China-focused trading team. /liliBuild capabilities across trading, execution, logistics, and market intelligence. /liliEstablish performance objectives and accountability frameworks. /liliMentor and develop future trading leaders within the business. /li /ul h3Market Intelligence Strategy /h3 ulliMonitor market developments, trade flows, pricing dynamics, and regulatory changes affecting China. /liliProvide regular market intelligence and strategic recommendations to senior management. /liliIdentify emerging opportunities and risks across the region. /li /ul h3Cross-Functional Collaboration /h3 ulliWork closely with Operations, Logistics, Risk, Finance, Compliance, and Legal teams. /liliEnsure smooth execution of trading activities and adherence to company policies. /liliSupport the development of new products, markets, and customer segments. /li /ul h3Stakeholder Representation /h3 ulliRepresent the company at industry conferences, customer meetings, and trade events. /liliDevelop strong relationships with industry participants, trade associations, and key market stakeholders. /li /ul pbBenefits /b /p h3Essential Requirements /h3 ulliNative Mandarin Chinese speaker or native-level Mandarin proficiency. /liliFluent English (written and spoken). /liliSignificant experience in international commodity trading. /liliProven track record of developing and managing commercial relationships within China. /liliDemonstrated experience building and leading trading teams. /liliStrong understanding of international trade, logistics, supply chains, and risk management. /liliExisting network within the Chinese commodity trading sector. /liliAbility to travel regularly to China and other international markets. /li /ul h3Preferred Experience /h3 ulliExperience within agricultural commodities, coffee, edible nuts, grains, soft commodities, energy products, or related sectors. /liliPrevious experience establishing a new trading desk, business unit, or regional operation. /liliExperience working within an international trading house. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr