Chickpea Trader

Our agricultural commodity client is searching for a Chickpea Trader for their large, progressive supply chain/export organization. This position will manage the Mexican chickpea portfolio, overseeing procurement, trading, and sales strategy, as well as risk management and supply chain execution.

We're looking for a proven trader with deep knowledge of international chickpea markets, strong decision-making ability, and the leadership skills to drive growth and profitability.

Details

- Monday–Friday, onsite in Querétaro, Mexico
- Relocation within Mexico supported
- Competitive compensation + 30 day Christmas Bonus*
- 12 vacation days after 1 year, increasing with tenure

Responsibilities

- Lead the full cycle of chickpea trading, from sourcing through to customer delivery, ensuring cost-effective and profitable operations.
- Research and evaluate global market opportunities, building a strong pipeline of suppliers and buyers for long-term growth.
- Identify and mitigate risks tied to pricing swings, supply chain disruptions, and international political/economic shifts.
- Represent the company across international markets, cultivating and maintaining trusted partnerships with growers, processors, clients, and brokers.
- Partner with logistics and supply chain teams to coordinate shipping, contract execution, and on-time delivery of products.
- Negotiate and oversee sales and purchase contracts, ensuring adherence to company standards and international trade rules.
- Set short- and long-term goals for market share and profitability, then deliver against those objectives.
- Monitor global chickpea production and pricing to maintain competitiveness and leverage emerging opportunities.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams—including operations, sales, and marketing—to support broader business performance.

Requirements

- University degree in Agribusiness, Economics, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
- Significant hands-on experience in international chickpea trading, including procurement and market development.
- Demonstrated success leading teams and managing trading portfolios within the commodities space.
- Strong analytical background with the ability to predict market shifts, assess risk exposure, and make data-driven decisions.
- Solid grasp of risk management strategies, including hedging and supply chain risk mitigation.
- Knowledge of international trade practices, logistics processes, and the global regulatory environment.
- Flexibility to adapt business strategies to shifting market conditions and evolving customer demands.
- Fluent in English and Spanish, both written and verbal.
- Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Mexico and must submit their resumes in English.

*Candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the pre-employment screening process.