Date Posted: 19 August 2025
Company: VKB Group – Free State Oil (Pty) Ltd
Location: Reitz, Free State
Contract Type: Permanent
Application Closing Date: 28 August 2025
ABOUT VKB GROUP
The VKB Group is a leading South African agribusiness, rooted in agriculture and committed to building the agribusiness of the future. With operations spanning farming inputs, logistics, processing, and consumer food products, VKB supports producers and communities while ensuring a sustainable food supply chain.
Our values — Humble, Hungry, Bold, Smart, and Team Players — guide everything we do. For the Love of the Land is more than a slogan; it’s our legacy and purpose.
ABOUT FREE STATE OIL (FSOIL)
Free State Oil (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of VKB Group, is a leading soybean processor and marketer of soybean products. We are passionate about innovation, customer service, and driving growth within the agricultural value chain.
We are looking for a Junior Trader to join our Head Office in Reitz. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated graduate or early-career professional to gain experience in the commodity trading sector.
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Junior Trader will support senior traders in the buying and selling of agricultural commodities including soymeal, soybean oil, wheat bran, and maize chop. The role involves monitoring global and local market trends, assisting with trade administration, preparing performance reports, and liaising with logistics, finance, and production teams to ensure smooth contract execution.
This position offers hands-on exposure to market analysis, contract execution, and customer relationship management in a fast-paced trading environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Monitor international and local market trends, providing timely analysis and reports.
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Assist with daily trade administration and position reporting.
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Support the execution of cash sales for soymeal, soybean oil, soybean hulls, wheat bran, and maize chop.
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Coordinate with logistics, finance, and production to ensure efficient contract execution and delivery.
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Prepare accurate sales, stock, and market performance reports.
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Assist with basic trading activities and related administrative tasks under senior guidance.
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Build and maintain strong customer and supplier relationships through effective communication.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
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B.Com or BSc degree in Agriculture, Economics, Finance, or related field.
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1–2 years’ experience in trading, commodity marketing, or agri-business (advantageous but not required).
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Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
WHAT VKB OFFERS
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A unique opportunity to build a career in agricultural trading.
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Training and mentorship from experienced professionals.
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Exposure to both local and international commodity markets.
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Competitive remuneration package.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
The VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. Its approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets form part of the recruitment process and align with the company’s Transformation Strategy. VKB actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are eager to grow in the agri-trading sector and meet the requirements, apply online via the VKB Careers Portal:
Closing date: 28 August 2025
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive feedback within 30 days of the closing date, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.
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