Job Title: Procurement & Commodity Analyst (Trading Desk) Globally Known FMCG Company Location: Barcelona, Spain; Relocation support for EU Residents Salary: €45,000 - €55,000 per year Performance Bonus Contact: Rikard, JobsRLbramwithconsulting.co.uk About the Role: Are you a detail-oriented, analytical thinker with a passion for market analysis and risk management?
We have a unique opportunity with one of our esteemed clients in the food & beverage sector.
This role involves analyzing both physical and derivative products, providing price and volatility forecasts, and implementing hedging strategies to protect the business against market risks.
You will be reporting to a Global Commodities Risk and Trading Manager providing day-to-day support on market activity and analytics to allow them to make informed decisions that maximise value to the company.
You will also be provided with excellent training and leadership from your Manager, offering you great insights into the world of commodities risk management, trading and procurement to guide your future career development.
Key Responsibilities: Conduct in-depth market analysis, including fundamental research, to forecast prices and trends in areas such as sugar, oils, dairy, energy, packaging, and related macro markets.
Provide key insights to the business and risk management teams, helping drive informed decision-making on pricing and hedging strategies.
Assess business risk exposure across price, duration, and volatility, and provide recommendations for effective risk mitigation.
Collaborate with procurement teams to support the physical procurement process, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
Maintain close relationships with industry suppliers, traders, and gather market intelligence to ensure strategic positioning.
Assist in the implementation of hedge accounting principles and compliance with internal policies.
Partner with various business functions to ensure timely and accurate reporting, driving process improvements where necessary.
What We Are Looking For: Education: A university degree in Economics, Finance, or Engineering.
Experience: You've held some analytical role in procurement, trading, risk management, or a similar field.
Skills: Strong analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Excel.
Solid understanding of procurement processes, commodity trading, derivatives, and/or risk management strategies.
Ability to distill complex market data into clear, concise insights for stakeholders.
Strong communication skills and a proactive problem-solving mindset.
Ability to work independently and show entrepreneurial initiative.
Why Join?
This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a dynamic and innovative organization.
You will have the chance to leverage your skills in a high-impact role and contribute to the strategic direction of the business.
Based in Barcelona, you will enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment while gaining exposure to cutting-edge market analysis and commodity trading.
If you are passionate about market analysis, procurement, and risk management, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to take the next step in your career How to Apply: Please submit your CV via the Apply Link above or via direct email to JobsRLbramwithconsulting.co.uk, outlining your relevant experience and why you're a strong fit for the role.
We look forward to hearing from you