Graduate Trainee Trader

POSITION TITLE: Graduate Trainee – Fresh Produce Trader LOCATION: Kingston-upon-Thames REPORTS TO: Commercial Manager ABOUT THE ROLE As a graduate trainee within the Imports division of Dole UK you will learn about fresh produce procurement and sales to the wholesale, food service and catering sectors. You will spend time working on a trading desk learning how to procure and sell produce to an array of internal and external customers You will work on a range of projects with different customers alongside colleagues who will provide guidance and support as you develop your skill set We will provide on the job learning and experiences giving you the opportunity to develop your knowledge and understanding of the Dole UK Imports business This is a dynamic role that will allow you to get close to the supply chain within in the fresh produce industry and give you a first-hand understanding of how this directly affects pricing strategies KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Spend time with each trader to learn the specifics of their role, relationships and product responsibilities to gain detailed knowledge of the operations on each part of the desk and become a member of the team who can cover all team member’s responsibilities on procurement and sales Increase fixed price and programmed business on berries and cherries through adding new food service customers. Additionally, research the “quick commerce” sector to advise on a strategy to enable us to gain business with companies who represent the best opportunity for us to supply Build a dashboard system of live information to assist with daily trading decisions. Using the information in the ERP system coupled with tools available in MS teams and office packaging, implement an office wide tool that allows traders to analyse and use information quickly when making decisions EXPERIENCE/ABOUT YOU Commercial awareness to enable you to provide support to the colleagues that you will work with and to navigate evolving customer needs Determination to understand what we do and an enthusiasm to learn more about our diverse and dynamic business Motivation and ambition to develop in an FMCG business An innovative thinker with a flexible approach who is open to new ways of operating and can adapt to evolving business needs A high degree of ownership and problem solving, taking an organised and strategic approach to managing workload Excellent communication skills with the ability to interpret requirements and report in an easily understandable format A team player who is comfortable working collaboratively across a broad range of projects IT literate with excellent Microsoft Word and Excel skills QUALIFICATIONS Minimum 2:2 degree in either: Agriculture / Economics / Marketing / Business Management / International Trade #J-18808-Ljbffr