Job Description
A portfolio company is seeking a motivated Junior Commodities Trader to support commercial growth and market expansion strategies. The company is a next-generation supply chain platform redefining how one of the world’s largest industries sources, distributes, and finances materials. With a team of 80+ FTEs across Europe, China, and India, the company is rapidly scaling toward profitability.
In this role, the Junior Commodities Trader will:
- Build and manage customer relationships, negotiate pricing and volumes, and drive deals from lead generation to closing
- Source and trade construction materials across the DACH market
- Track market trends, pricing, and regional demand
- Identify trading opportunities and run competitive analyses
- Ensure smooth end-to-end execution of trades
- Collaborate closely with the Operations and Finance teams
- Contribute to the development of a high-performing, entrepreneurial team culture
The ideal candidate will have:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business or a related field
- First work experience in a competitive, fast-paced environment
- Passion for working in a growth-stage startup
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Hands-on mentality
- Proactive and confident communication skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in German and strong proficiency in English
- Eligibility to work within the EU
The role offers:
- Entrepreneurial freedom
- Attractive base and bonus compensation program
- Collaboration with top-tier investors and angels