Great Bridge Consult
Commodity Broker
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Commodity Broker / International Deal Originator
About the Role
We are seeking experienced, motivated, and commercially driven Commodity Brokers to originate and develop international trading opportunities.
The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying credible buyers, sellers, and mandates, developing relationships, qualifying opportunities, and bringing commercially viable transactions to our team.
Our role is to support the broker by facilitating the transaction through supplier and buyer engagement, commercial structuring, documentation, due diligence, logistics coordination, and deal execution.
This position is suited to professionals who understand that successful commodity brokerage requires discipline, credibility, persistence, and the ability to distinguish genuine opportunities from unqualified enquiries.
Key Responsibilities
- Originate new commodity trading opportunities through your existing network and active business development.
- Develop relationships with buyers, suppliers, importers, distributors, industrial users, and authorized mandates.
- Identify and approach credible counterparties across international markets.
- Qualify each opportunity by establishing the commodity, specification, quantity, destination, target price, payment terms, and transaction procedure.
- Obtain the necessary documentation, including LOIs, ICPOs, company profiles, KYC documents, and evidence of financial capability where required.
- Present opportunities clearly and professionally to the internal execution team.
- Maintain regular communication with counterparties throughout the transaction process.
- Assist with commercial negotiations and ensure expectations remain realistic and aligned.
- Protect the confidentiality and commercial interests of all parties involved.
- Maintain an organized pipeline of active leads, negotiations, and transactions.
- Work closely with our team as transactions progress through FCO, SPA, payment instrument, logistics, and delivery stages.
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Candidate Profile
- Previous experience in commodity brokerage, physical trading, international sales, procurement, or business development.
- A demonstrable network of commodity buyers, suppliers, or industry intermediaries.
- Strong understanding of international trade procedures and documentation.
- Familiarity with instruments and procedures such as LOI, ICPO, FCO, SPA, LC, DLC, SBLC, and Proof of Funds.
- Ability to qualify opportunities before presenting them.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-management skills.
- Professional, discreet, and commercially aware.
- Self-motivated, persistent, and comfortable working independently.
- Able to communicate with senior decision-makers across different countries and cultures.
- Fluent written and spoken English. Additional languages are an advantage.
Preferred Experience
Experience in one or more of the following sectors would be beneficial:
- Fertilizers and agricultural inputs
- Sulphur and related industrial commodities
- Edible oils and agricultural commodities
- Petroleum and energy products
- Metals and minerals
- Bulk commodities and international shipping
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What We Provide
- Access to established suppliers, buyers, and international trading relationships.
- Transaction structuring and commercial support.
- Assistance with offers, FCOs, contracts, and transaction documentation.
- Supplier and buyer coordination.
- Support with compliance, due diligence, logistics, and execution.
- Senior-level involvement throughout the closing process.
- A professional platform through which credible opportunities can be developed and completed.
- An attractive performance-based commission structure linked to successfully completed transactions.
Important
This is a results-driven position for professionals who can actively originate and develop credible commodity transactions. It is not a passive lead-handling role.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate relevant experience, market knowledge, and a realistic network of potential counterparties.
To apply, please provide:
- A short summary of your commodity brokerage experience.
- The commodities and geographical markets you specialize in.
- The type of buyers, suppliers, or mandates within your network.
- Examples of previous transactions or relevant deal experience.
- The languages you speak.
All applications and commercial discussions will be treated confidentially.
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