Key Responsibilities: Establish and grow a profitable trading division within the company. Develop and manage an annual income budget, including volumes, counterparties, margins, and projected cash flow. Continuously monitor and analyse local and international market trends affecting your trading portfolio. Identify, negotiate, and execute trading opportunities in line with company mandates. Oversee the full transaction lifecycle, ensuring efficient execution from trade initiation to completion. Lead, guide, and motivate support staff, ensuring accountability and high performance within the division. Requirements: Minimum: Grade 12 (Matric). A relevant tertiary qualification will be advantageous. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Minimum of 35 years experience trading physical commodities. Demonstrated track record of profitable trading will be a key selection criterion. Key Competencies: Strong, established relationships with key market participants. Solution-driven approach to problem-solving. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. High level of emotional intelligence and professional interpersonal skills. Ability to exercise sound judgment, knowing when to act independently or seek guidance. Strong understanding of risk management and trading controls. Ability to operate effectively within a complex and fast-paced trading environment. Strong business development and opportunity identification capabilities. Excellent organisational and administrative skills. Ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.