Commodity Derivatives Trader

Your role

Interfood is looking for a Commodity Derivatives Trader to join the commercial team in Miami, USA. In this role you will be responsible for the local derivatives trading by identifying and executing trades, helping our physical traders in taking positions and developing new OTC style business with our clients and suppliers in the dairy supply chain. In addition, he or she generates new trading ideas for our global proprietary trading book and is keen to utilize data and other information to create (spread trading) algorithms or run an option book. Also important, a derivatives trader must have a solid understanding of the risk associated with derivatives trading.

As our new Commodity Derivatives Trader you:

are responsible for part of the local (dairy) derivatives book for Interfood, including but not limited to options, swaps and other financial products used to manage speculative, hedging, arbitrage strategies and positions.
contribute to the global proprietary spread trading P&L, by initiating new arbitrage trades or deploy other financial trading strategies.
have daily contact with brokers and market stakeholders to execute financial trades (futures, options, forwards).
find ways to further optimize (or increase) the stakeholders (like brokers) Interfood is conducting its Derivatives business with.
maintain a strong link with the commercial traders and position holders and support them in managing (physical) price risk and positions.
collaborate with the physical traders to identify opportunities and deliver value added solutions to mitigate dairy price exposure for our clients and suppliers.
grow into the role of conducting regular on-site meetings with prospects and clients by recommending risk management strategies.
develop OTC deal-type structures that provide tailor made hedging solutions for our clients on top of existing physical deal flow.
create presentations and marketing material that explain the value of mismanagement solutions to potential clients and suppliers.
regularly track and report on the progress made with new client engagements (CTRM).

Your profile

Bachelors or equivalent with emphasis in (business) management, finance or economics.

A minimum of 2 years experience in such a role. (Derivatives, FX, Trading, OTC, financial markets)

Proven track record in physical trading or financial markets industry.

Experience with execution on electronic trading platforms.

Excellent command of English and a second language is preferred.

A high level of conceptual and strategic thinking, with strong negotiation skills.

Self-reflective and motivated to continuously develop skills and perspectives.

The inclination to seek and analyze data from a variety of sources to support decisions and to align others with the overall strategy.

Our offer

Competitive compensation and benefits.
40 hour work week, 20 holidays.
Participate in fun team activities.
401K pension plan.
Flexible spending account.
Total health insurance coverage, including dental and vision.
Life/AD&D insurance.

About Interfood

We are a leading player in commodity trading in dairy products. We operate globally with 14 offices worldwide and with a team of over 380 colleagues, we connect suppliers and customers. With more than 50 years of experience, we empower our partners by providing in-depth market knowledge, strategic insights, and risk management solutions that create real impact across the dairy supply chain.

We empower our people with autonomy, we encourage them to take responsibility and make decisions. We don’t just offer a job; we offer a career with multiple paths for personal and professional development. In our informal culture, we provide our employees with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. We believe in the power of teamwork, and our "Together for Better" philosophy drives our collaborative approach, creating a world-class team. And we foster a culture of well-being by promoting healthy, active lifestyles and supporting mental health.

When you join us, you enter a world where expertise, strategy, and action come together. We offer the opportunity to grow and succeed in an ever-evolving global market, while actively engaging in sustainable practices that drive innovation and shape the future of our industry.

Are you looking for an international company where you can develop both professionally and personally? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment but also value collaboration in a close-knit, informal team? Then Interfood is the ideal employer for you.

Explore our current vacancies and learn more about our organization.

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