Premium Ad Professions - Agriculture/Fisheries/Aquaculturist Stellenbosch FULL TIME Job Summary The purpose of this role: Originating, trading, and managing grain positions across the South African market, while building strong relationships with producers, buyers, and logistics partners.  Key Responsibilities * Source, buy, and sell grains (e.g. maize, wheat, soybeans, sunflower) in line with market opportunities * Monitor local and international commodity markets, price movements, and supply/demand trends * Negotiate contracts with farmers, millers, exporters, and other counterparties * Manage trading positions, margins, and risk exposure * Coordinate logistics, storage, and delivery of grain with internal and external partners * Maintain accurate trading records and ensure compliance with company policies and regulations * Build and maintain strong relationships across the agricultural value chain Minimum Requirements * A relevant tertiary qualification * 5 Years’ + proven experience in grain trading, commodity trading, or agricultural marketing * Strong understanding of the South African grain market and SAFEX * Excellent negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skills * Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, results-driven environment Advantageous * Established network within the South African grain industry * Experience with exports, imports, or cross-border trading * Knowledge of risk management and hedging strategies Helderberg Personnel Recruiter