Junior Trader Polymers West-Africa

Manuchar is looking for an ambitious junior Trader to further develop our Polymers business in West Africa. Based at our headquarters in Antwerp, you will be responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of customers across the region. Your focus will be on building long-term partnerships, expanding existing business, and identifying new commercial opportunities within your market. Working in a truly international environment, you will collaborate closely with customers, suppliers, and colleagues worldwide. You will travel regularly to West Africa and occasionally to other regions. If you enjoy combining relationship building, commercial thinking, and international business, this is an opportunity to make a real impact.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage a profitable customer portfolio across West Africa; Build, maintain, and strengthen long-term relationships with customers and suppliers; Grow existing business by increasing volumes, introducing new products, and identifying opportunities within your customer portfolio; Stay informed about market developments, competitors, and new players to identify additional growth opportunities; Negotiate and manage international sales and purchase transactions from A to Z; Define the commercial strategy for your region and product portfolio; Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure excellent customer service and smooth execution of transactions; Take a hands-on approach to solving operational challenges; Travel regularly to West Africa and occasionally worldwide

Requirements

Min. Bachelor's degree with a first commercial experience in an international logistics or commercial environment; A genuine passion for international business and building long-term customer relationships; Strong commercial, negotiation, and communication skills; Fluent in French and English; Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to spot commercial opportunities and turn them into sustainable business; Hands-on, solution-oriented, and comfortable taking ownership; Strong intercultural communication skills and willingness to travel frequently; Based in Belgium, preferably in the Antwerp region

Nice to have

Dutch

Benefits

Competitive salary complemented by an attractive benefits package; Company car with charging card; Hospitalisation insurance; Group insurance; Outpatient (ambulatory) medical insurance; Collective bonus; Mobile phone with subscription; Meal vouchers; Eco vouchers; Flexible working hours; Possibility to work from home up to two days per week; Extensive onboarding and continuous learning opportunities; Regular international travel and the opportunity to build a global network