Senior International Trader – Kildare

Job title: Senior International Trader – Kildare

Company: Hartley People


Job description: Hartley People is recruiting for a Trading/Brokerage company operating in the primary and secondary protein sector and based out of Naas, Co Kildare. It trades internationally, primarily in pork, beef, lamb, poultry and fish products — to the Processing and Food Service sectors. The Company is seeking to fill the role of TraderKey Responsibilities:

• Responsibilities associated with this role include, but are not limited to:
• Revenue and margin generation against agreed targets
• Build and maintain long term positive strong and profitable relationships with new and existing customers
• Implement efficient account planning and reporting
• Manage stock / production levels in conjunction with the Commercial Manager
• Work closely with other functions within the business such as procurement of products for trade
• Maximise business reach across all markets and sectors worldwide
• Support and execute the overall company and product strategies
• Represent QK Meats as one of the leading suppliers of commodity, retail, niche and ingredients protein products
• Worldwide travel required for this role
• Ability to guide and mentor new talent within the team

Qualifications/ Skills/ Experience:

• Minimum of at least 5+ years sales executive experience and a proven track record within the Agri-food sector
• Proven track record in trading in line with agreed targets
• Extensive knowledge of the protein trading landscape
• Experience and understanding of worldwide markets
• Full driver’s license, valid passport and be prepared for extensive worldwide travel
• Strong motivation skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbal & written
• Good sound commercial understanding of business environments
• Experience in an international environment
• Highly organised and structured
• Social competence essential with a friendly, enthusiastic and outgoing approach
• Passionate about delivering great customer service
• Analytical and planning skills
• Driven and ambitious to succeed

What to do next?Contact me in the strictest of confidence to discuss further at jessica@hartleypeople.comHartley People Recruitment work to the highest ethical standards within our industry and we value the trust that you place in us when you send your CV. We can provide a full consultation in confidence, and we guarantee that your CV will not be sent to any of our clients without your prior consent.

Expected salary:

Location: Naas, Co Kildare

Job date: Sun, 25 May 2025 07:16:58 GMT

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