Trade Execution

We are looking for an experienced Trade Operations & Execution Assistant to join our team in Dubai.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the full operational execution of international commodity transactions, from contract signing through shipment, documentation, payment, and final delivery.

Commodities Covered:

• Wheat
• Barley
• Corn / Maize
• Rice
• Sugar
• Other agricultural commodities and food products

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the complete execution of purchase and sales contracts.
• Coordinate with suppliers, buyers, shipowners, charterers, brokers, shipping lines, port agents, inspection companies, banks, and insurance providers.
• Review and follow up on commercial contracts, shipment schedules, loading and discharge operations.
• Prepare, review, and verify shipping and commercial documents, including Bills of Lading, Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Certificates of Origin, Health Certificates, Phytosanitary Certificates, Quality Certificates, Weight Certificates, and Inspection Reports.
• Ensure that all documents comply with contractual terms, Letters of Credit, banking requirements, and destination-country regulations.
• Handle Letters of Credit, CAD, documentary collections, advance payments, and other international payment methods.
• Monitor vessel nominations, laycans, loading operations, discharge operations, demurrage, dispatch, and shipment deadlines.
• Coordinate bulk, breakbulk, and containerized shipments.
• Follow up with all parties to ensure smooth and timely execution of each transaction.
• Identify and resolve operational, contractual, documentation, logistics, and payment-related issues.
• Maintain accurate records and provide regular execution reports to management.
• Manage multiple international transactions simultaneously.

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of proven experience in trade operations, documentation, and execution within agricultural commodities or food trading.
• Strong experience in wheat, barley, corn, rice, sugar, or other food commodities.
• Strong knowledge of international trade documentation, shipping procedures, Incoterms, Letters of Credit, and commodity contracts.
• Practical experience dealing with suppliers, buyers, shipowners, charterers, shipping lines, inspection companies, banks, and port agents.
• Good understanding of bulk, breakbulk, and container shipping operations.
• Proven experience in the Middle Eastern, Arab, and African markets.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
• professional English language
• Strong organizational, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage several transactions at the same time.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify documentation and contractual risks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with ERP or commodity trade management systems.

Preferred Profile:

We are looking for a proactive, highly organized, and commercially aware professional who can independently manage the full execution cycle of international commodity transactions and maintain strong communication with all parties involved.

Interested candidates may apply by sending their CV to [email protected]

Work Location: In person