Trader

Global Food and Ingredients Inc. ("GFI") is a fast-growing, Canadian plant-based food and ingredients company focused on pulses and specialty crops. We supply premium plant-based high protein ingredients to customers around the world and are also launching a direct-to-consumer line of plant-based products in North America. GFI is committed to building a leading organization that does business differently. We have ambitious goals and our team is the key to our success. GFI fosters a work culture that promotes happiness, teamwork, trust, work-life balance and success for our employees. We are currently recruiting for a Trader in Hermosillo, Mexico. - Selling pulses and specialty crops into European markets from GFI’s origins, with an emphasis on products originated from GFI’s farm-based procurement in Canada, the US and Mexico. - Develops and maintain a portfolio of revenue-generated clients - cold calling is essential; - Strong networking skills and regularly follow-ups with potential clients. - Build and uphold strong relationships with new & existing clients and providing excellent customer service. - Keeping an up-to-date knowledge of the markets to ensure real-time price discovery. - Ability to analyze market research, identify trends, and risk management strategies. - Analyze markets and monitor market trends to capitalize on purchasing and sales opportunities to maximize profitability. - Strong team player, working with other traders on execution, contributing to fostering a positive work culture and experience. - Knowing the specifics of current inventory, including expected deliveries - Assisting management with planning and budgeting - Travelling for trade shows, conferences and other events - Other responsibilities as required or assigned **Qualifications**: - 2+ years of experience and knowledge in International sales and trade - Agricultural commodities/Pulses trading experience is an asset - Fluency in both English and Spanish is required - Fluency in French is an asset - Post-secondary education in business or similar field - Proficiency in Microsoft Office - Flexible to work accordingly to different time zones. - Reliable, ethical and professional - Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Proven ability to develop effective working relationships - Able to work independently, within company policies and guidelines - Performance-driven - Proven ability to take initiative and problem-solve - Strong attention to detail and time Management skills - Strong organizational and planning skills - Willingness to travel for trade shows, conferences and other events - Phone - (416) 628-8131 - Mail - 43 Colborne St, Suite 400, Toronto, ON M5E 1E3 Ability to commute/relocate: - 83116, Hermosillo, Son.: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required) Application Question(s): - What is your salary expectation? **Experience**: - International Logistics: 2 years (required) - Logistics: 1 year (required) Work Location: In person