The Coffee Trader sources green coffee, manages trading positions, builds relationships with partners, and analyzes market trends to optimize trading operations.
TORQ Commodities Group is seeking highly experienced, commercially driven Coffee Sales Traders specialising exclusively in Ethiopian commercial-grade green coffee to expand our presence across the UK and European markets.
This is a pure sales-focused trading position designed for established coffee professionals with proven sales performance, strong customer relationships and the ability to generate significant trading volumes immediately.
The successful candidates will bring an established network of active coffee buyers, deep knowledge of Ethiopian coffee origins and grades, and a demonstrable track record of delivering consistent commercial results.
Key Responsibilities- Drive sales of Ethiopian commercial-grade green coffee exclusively across UK and EU markets.
- Generate and maintain a minimum sales volume of 300 metric tonnes (MT) per month, equivalent to 3,600 MT annually, with a preferred track record of 5,000 MT or more annually.
- Develop and manage a portfolio of established coffee buyers, including roasters, importers, distributors and industrial customers.
- Identify and convert immediate commercial opportunities through existing industry relationships.
- Negotiate pricing, commercial terms and sales contracts within approved company parameters.
- Build and maintain a sustainable sales pipeline, ensuring repeat business and long-term customer retention.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity, customer demand and Ethiopian coffee pricing.
- Coordinate with TORQ's existing procurement, logistics and operations teams to ensure efficient execution of confirmed sales.
- Deliver accurate sales forecasts, pipeline updates and commercial performance reports.
- Achieve agreed sales volumes and profitability targets.
Requirements
- Candidate profile
- Significant experience in international green coffee trading, with direct specialisation in Ethiopian commercial-grade coffee.
- Proven sales experience within the UK and/or European coffee markets.
- Demonstrable historical sales performance of at least 300 MT per month, preferably exceeding 5,000 MT annually.
- An established network of active coffee buyers and strong commercial relationships.
- Ability to demonstrate a credible pipeline of immediate sales opportunities.
- Strong understanding of Ethiopian coffee grades, quality specifications, pricing structures and market dynamics.
- Excellent negotiation, relationship management and commercial execution skills.
- Ability to operate independently and deliver results in a performance-driven trading environment.
- Professional fluency in English; additional European languages are advantageous.
Benefits
· Competitive salary with performance-based bonus.
· Opportunity to work in a global commodity environment.
· Exposure to international markets and leading industry players.
· Career development in a fast-growing trading team.
Torq Commodities London, England Office
London, United Kingdom
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