Jr. 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, inclusivity, trust, work-life balance and success for our employees. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits package and a stock option plan.We are currently recruiting for a **Jr. Trader - Europe **in Hermosillo on a full-time permanent basis. Reporting to the Manager of Sales, this role will be responsible for**Responsibilities**- 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 & 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 (once it is safe to do so)- 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/German/Portuguese is an asset- Post-secondary education in business or similar field- 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- Strong organizational and planning skills- Proficiency in Microsoft Office- Willingness to travel for trade shows, conferences and other events- Phone - - Mail - 43 Colborne St, Suite 400, Toronto, ON M5E 1E3**Job Types**: Full-time, PermanentAbility to commute/relocate:- 83148, Hermosillo, Son.: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)Application Question(s):- What are your salary expectations**Language**:- English (required)