Our client is a leading international food group with deep roots in the UK and Ireland, and an established reputation across Europe.
The group has built its success on a combination of innovation, strong supply chain integration, and long-term customer relationships. It is now seeking a senior commercial leader to drive the next stage of its international meat and seafood trading growth.
As Head of International Trading (Meat & Seafood), you will take full responsibility for developing and expanding the company's trading activities across global markets. This role is about scale, influence, and opportunity, balancing strategic leadership with commercial execution.
You will:
* Expand trading activities for meat and seafood products across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
* Build, maintain, and grow long-term partnerships with international importers, distributors, and key customers.
* Negotiate complex international contracts, ensuring value creation and sustainable profitability.
* Shape and implement global trading strategies aligned to group commercial objectives.
* Track commodity markets, trade flows, and regulatory changes to anticipate risks and capitalise on opportunities.
* Work across supply chain, logistics, operations, and finance to ensure trading activity is efficient, compliant, and profitable.
* Represent the business internationally at trade shows, forums, and with government or regulatory bodies.
We are looking for a proven international trading leader with specific expertise in meat, seafood, or adjacent agri-food categories.
You will bring:
* Demonstrable experience in global meat and/or seafood trading.
* A network of international contacts and a deep understanding of trade flows, particularly into Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.
* Expertise in negotiation, contract management, and risk control.
* Strong commercial acumen and the ability to deliver profitable growth.
* Cross-cultural awareness and the ability to build trust in diverse markets.
* Resilience, adaptability, and energy to thrive in a fast-moving global environment.