Company Description SOFICO le Baron, founded in 2018, is a regional leader in Commodities Trading that serves clients worldwide while maintaining a strong local presence in Egypt, UAE, Turkey, Bulgaria and Saudi Arabia.
Role Description The Commodities Sales Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Cairo, Egypt, responsible for driving sales growth and managing client relationships in the commodities sector. Daily responsibilities include identifying and qualifying new business opportunities, managing a portfolio of existing clients, and negotiating contracts and pricing to achieve revenue targets. The role involves monitoring market trends, analyzing supply and demand dynamics, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure accurate and timely execution of trades and deliveries. The Commodities Sales Manager will prepare sales forecasts and reports, maintain compliance with company policies and relevant regulations, and participate in strategy discussions to expand SOFICO Le Baron's presence in regional and global commodities markets.
Qualifications
MUST HAVES:
- Demonstrated experience in commodities sales, trading, or business development, with a solid understanding of commodity markets and pricing mechanisms.
- Big existing clients' base for at least one to two commodities. Immediate client orders are a plus and are rewarded.
- Strong skills in negotiation, relationship management, and client communication, with the ability to build long-term partnerships.
- Proficiency in market research, data analysis, and forecasting to support pricing decisions and sales strategies.
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and legal, to ensure smooth transaction execution.
- Excellent spoken and written communication skills in English; Arabic language skills are an advantage.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field; advanced qualifications in commodities or finance are a plus.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail, with a focus on regulatory compliance and risk management.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment, with strong organizational and time management skills.