Commercial Director Edible Nuts

The Commercial Director – Edible Nuts will lead the overall business strategy, commercial development, and profitability of the Edible Nuts division. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on commercial execution — overseeing sourcing, trading, and sales activities across key markets while ensuring alignment with the company’s growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership:

• Define and implement the global commercial strategy for the Edible Nuts business line.

• Drive P&L performance, margin optimization, and market expansion.

• Business Development:

• dentify new market opportunities, partnerships, and suppliers to strengthen sourcing and distribution networks.
• Lead negotiations with key clients and suppliers, ensuring sustainable long-term relationships.

• Sales & Trading Management:

• Oversee trading activities, pricing policies, and contract execution.
• Monitor market trends, commodity prices, and risk exposure to optimize performance.
• Operational Coordination:
• Collaborate closely with logistics, finance, and quality teams to ensure smooth delivery and cost efficiency.
• Supervise demand forecasting, inventory management, and order fulfilment.
• Team Leadership:
• Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing commercial team.
• Set clear performance targets and ensure continuous professional development.
• Reporting & Compliance:
• Prepare regular business performance reports for senior management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, trade regulations, and sustainability standards.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Agribusiness, or related field.
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in edible nuts trading or broader agri-commodities (almonds, cashews, walnuts, etc.).
• Proven track record in P&L management, sales leadership, and international trading.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication in English and German ; additional languages (e.g., German, Spanish, or French) are an asset.

• 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.