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Bunge

Trader Oils

Coral Gables, FL · On-site

United States (US) Requisition Number : 47007 Role Purpose Statement This Associate Trader position ... Understanding of ocean freight market. Education/Experience: * Bachelor's degree in Business ...

ExxonMobil

Trader - Distillate

Spring, TX

Identify value opportunities in blending, storage, arbitrage, and freight. * Ensure strict ... Proven success trading distillates (ULSD, Jet, Heating Oil, AGO, etc.). * Deep understanding of ...

Samee Metal Trading

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Steel Trader

Pennsylvania Furnace, PA · Remote

$75K - $95K/yr

Minimum 3 years of experience in B2B sales, industrial sales, steel sales, logistics sales, freight ... Samee Metal Trading is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest ...

Samee Metal Trading

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Steel Trader

Pennsylvania Furnace, PA · Remote

$75K - $95K/yr

Minimum 3 years of experience in B2B sales, industrial sales, steel sales, logistics sales, freight ... Samee Metal Trading is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest ...

ExxonMobil

Trader - Distillate

Spring, TX · On-site

Identify value opportunities in blending, storage, arbitrage, and freight. * Ensure strict ... Proven success trading distillates (ULSD, Jet, Heating Oil, AGO, etc.). * Deep understanding of ...

Samee Metal Trading

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Steel Trader

Texas City, TX · Remote

$75K - $95K/yr

Minimum 3 years of experience in B2B sales, industrial sales, steel sales, logistics sales, freight ... Samee Metal Trading is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest ...

SAMEE METAL TRADING LLC

Steel Trader

Texas City, TX · Remote

$75K - $95K/yr

Minimum 3 years of experience in B2B sales, industrial sales, steel sales, logistics sales, freight ... Samee Metal Trading is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest ...

Samee Metal Trading

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Steel Trader

Ohio, IL · Remote

$75K - $95K/yr

Minimum 3 years of experience in B2B sales, industrial sales, steel sales, logistics sales, freight ... Samee Metal Trading is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest ...

SAMEE METAL TRADING LLC

Steel Trader

Texas City, TX · Remote

$75K - $95K/yr

Minimum 3 years of experience in B2B sales, industrial sales, steel sales, logistics sales, freight ... Samee Metal Trading is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest ...

SAMEE METAL TRADING LLC

Steel Trader

Texas City, TX · Remote

$75K - $95K/yr

Minimum 3 years of experience in B2B sales, industrial sales, steel sales, logistics sales, freight ... Samee Metal Trading is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest ...

Bunge North America

Trader Oils

Coral Gables, FL

United States (US) Requisition Number : 47007 Role Purpose StatementThis Associate Trader position ... Understanding of ocean freight market.Education/Experience:Bachelor?s degree in Business ...

Repsol

Clean Products Trader

The Woodlands, TX · On-site

Monitor pricing trends, freight markets, refinery economics and competitive activity. * Develop market views and trading recommendations. * Maintain awareness of geopolitical, macroeconomic and ...

Repsol

Clean Products Trader

Houston, TX

Monitor pricing trends, freight markets, refinery economics and competitive activity. * Develop market views and trading recommendations. * Maintain awareness of geopolitical, macroeconomic and ...

Bunge

Trader Oils

Coral Gables, FL · On-site

United States (US) Requisition Number : 47007 Role Purpose Statement This Associate Trader position ... Understanding of ocean freight market. Education/Experience: * Bachelor's degree in Business ...

Buckeye Pacific, LLC.

Trader Trainee

Tualatin, OR · On-site

Negotiate freight rates and schedule shipments in compliance with transportation laws and regulations. * Manage relationships with carriers, brokers, and trading partners to ensure reliable product ...

RWE

Senior Cape Trader

Comins, MI · On-site

Commercial / Trading About the role Ready to help scale RWEST's freight franchise across Asia? This is a high-impact, senior lead trading role where you'll take and manage risk in a dynamic market ...

Livingston International

Freight Specialist

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$21.63 - $33.41/hr

Livingston is a market leader offering customs brokerage, international trade consulting, compliance and freight forwarding services around the world. Livingston has over 3,000 employees at more than ...

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How much do freight trader jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for freight trader in the United States is $66,677.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the main challenges a freight trader faces in balancing client needs with market fluctuations?

Freight Traders often navigate rapidly changing market conditions, including volatile shipping rates and unpredictable global events, while striving to meet client demands for timely and cost-effective transportation solutions. This requires strong analytical skills to interpret market data and make quick decisions, as well as excellent communication to manage client expectations. Building strong relationships with shipping partners and staying informed about global trade trends are crucial for success in this dynamic environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a freight trader, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Freight Trader, you need strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of global shipping markets, and usually a degree in business, finance, logistics, or a related field. Proficiency with trading platforms, shipping databases, and risk management tools—as well as familiarity with Incoterms and contract negotiation—is typical. Excellent communication, negotiation abilities, and quick decision-making are standout soft skills in this role. These skills are vital for effectively managing market volatility, securing profitable deals, and building lasting client relationships in the fast-paced freight industry.

What is the difference between Freight Trader vs Freight Broker?

AspectFreight TraderFreight Broker
CredentialsKnowledge of freight markets, trading licenses (if applicable)FMCSA license, surety bond, broker authority
Work EnvironmentTrading floors, offices, market analysisCustomer service, carrier and shipper interactions
Industry UsageInvolved in buying and selling freight capacity for profitFacilitates freight movement between shippers and carriers

Freight traders focus on buying and selling freight capacity to profit from market fluctuations, often working in trading environments. Freight brokers act as intermediaries, connecting shippers with carriers and earning commissions. While both roles require knowledge of freight logistics, their primary functions and credentials differ significantly.

What do freight traders do?

Freight traders buy and sell transportation capacity, such as shipping space or trucking services, to optimize logistics and profit. They analyze market trends, negotiate rates, and coordinate shipments using industry tools and data to ensure efficient freight movement.
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Infographic showing various Freight Trader job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 92% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,677 per year, or $32.1 per hour.

Trader Oils

Bunge

Coral Gables, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Bunge rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 31 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

196th of 435 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

City : MiamiState : Florida (US-FL)Country : United States (US)Requisition Number : 47007
Role Purpose Statement
This Associate Trader position is part of a business team that serves as the liaison between the internal and external customers, logistics, credit, and the commercial trading group. This position will managing the hedging and pricing mechanics for the refining and packaged oils businesses. This position will also enter contracts and pricings associated with the Back-to-back Oil Value Chain transfer, process requests to schedule loads, and apply and invoice shipments
Main Accountabilities
  • Lead on oils back-to-back process-reconciling contracts, basis, volumes, lead on all contract reports for GTM oils
  • Manage oils hedging execution for refined and packaged oils sales
  • Back up to oils marketing plan: update and manage oils data in weekly marketing for Oilseed Value Chain business unit
  • Run and analyze weekly and monthly refinery forecasts
  • Daily reconciliation for soy and canola oil trading positions
  • Assist in data driven analysis for Agri (GTM System) and SAP/IT integration and automation.
  • Work with the appropriate commercial team when pricing is needed for a shipment and match those pricings to the load orders
  • Provide support for commercial, logistics, and administrative functions

Knowledge and Technical Competencies
  • Excellent customer management abilities and interest in understanding customers' business models and needs
  • Demonstrated analytical aptitude
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to communicate trading strategies both internally and to customers
  • Leadership skills, willingness to learn and grow as a people' manager
  • Strong attention to detail, quality and integrity.
  • Excellent organization and planning capabilities
  • Ability to lead across reporting lines/functions
  • Understanding of commodity trading, MTM rules, commodity cash and futures settlements practices and industry terms and exchanges (CBOT).
  • Understanding of ocean freight market.

Education/Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting/Finance, Agricultural Economics or related field.
  • Commercial skills
  • 2 years of business experience
  • Fluency in English and Spanish

At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of ~34,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they're grown to where they're needed-in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn more at Bunge.com.
Every day our people exemplify these values, which represent Bunge at its core:
• We Are One Team - Collaborative, Respectful, Inclusive
• We Lead The Way - Agile, Empowered, Innovative
• We Do What's Right - Safety, Sustainability, With Integrity
If this sounds like you, join us! We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day - people who are #ProudtoBeBunge

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