Food Raw Materials and Ingredients Trader
2 weeks ago
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE- Food Raw Materials and Ingredients Trader
LOCATION - London, UK
REPORTS TO - Senior Trader, based in London.
Background
Established in 1977, Longulf specializes in supplying Raw Materials and Machinery to meet the needs
of manufacturing companies. With a global network of suppliers, we provide services for all aspects of
international trading, including marketing, logistics, finance and after sales support. We provide
dependable, responsive, and innovative sources for materials and resources that are essential for our
customers' success. For suppliers, we offer a secure and valuable channel into alternative markets and
place goods advantageously with competitive pricing.
Overview
New business development is an identified core strategic objective. The position holder will bring a
proven track record of driving revenue growth. They will possess a detailed understanding of the
contemporary food manufacturing procurement environment. Dairy and food ingredients have been integral to Longulf's identity since its inception and will remain so. A thorough grasp of food science technologies is vital to win the trust and confidence of business partners, with a particular focus on value addition for manufacturers. Frequent sourcing trips, sometimes in rural locations, processing centers and export hubs are a core responsibility. This recruitment seeks to broaden our active sphere of influence for both sourcing and sales.
From time to time, as required, the position holder will be expected to actively support other members of the team in commercial duties which sit beyond their immediate budgetary targets under direct signature.
Key deliverables (Essential duties and responsibilities)
• To generate new third party (external) trade, adding to our sales accounts in existing and new
geographies, beyond existing Group interests.
• To identify new manufacturing sources for supply of relevant materials, conduct physical
premises audits, compliance screening, to incorporate within Longulf's supplier portfolio.
• Work closely with Longulf Group office network to leverage opportunities.
• Identify where additional resource allocation is required to drive business development.
• Play a significant role in new projects seeking to land viable commercially additions to our
current portfolio.
• To report and advise senior colleagues of trading opportunities.
To acquire knowledge and expertise in our traded products enabling Longulf to offer timely
market intelligence.
• To commit accurate and relevant intelligence to the Division's data bases.
• To participate in the Division's continuous education, and risk management programme.
Requirements
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong business work ethic. Persistent.
• Reliable, empathetic, and flexible- a genuine team player.
• Results focused.
• Relishes the challenge of forging new activity.
• Initiative.
• Possession of fluency in Spanish or Portuguese, in addition to English, preferred
What do you get in return
- Private healthcare
- Life assurance x 4 times of salary
- Pensions scheme
- Discretionary bonus
- Season Ticket Loans
- Exclusive discounts on Retail, Entertainment, food and Holidays
- Employee wellbeing schemes
- Eyesight screening discounts
- Skill enhancement trainings
- Flexible work hours
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