About the Company Our client is a well-established Hong Kong-based multinational trading group with expanding operations across South America. They are seeking a seasoned Trading Director to lead their mining and/or food commodities trading business in the region. Key Responsibilities Lead business development and market expansion across South America (primarily Brazil, Argentina, and surrounding countries) Build and maintain long-term strategic relationships with key customers, suppliers, and partners Oversee all daily trading operations including sourcing, sales, logistics, pricing, and risk management Develop and execute regional profit strategies to drive sustainable growth and strong financial performance Act as the company's senior representative in South America, ensuring alignment between local operations and global headquarters Collaborate closely with the Hong Kong/China headquarters and provide regular performance updates to senior management Requirements Minimum 8 years of proven trading experience, with a strong track record in mining (metals, minerals) and/or food commodities (grains, oilseeds, sugar, etc.) Extensive business development and deal-execution experience in South America Fluency in English and Portuguese (both written and spoken) is mandatory Proficiency in Mandarin Chinese will be a significant advantage Strong cross-cultural communication and leadership skills; comfortable operating in diverse international environments Excellent problem-solving abilities and deep understanding of cross-border trade regulations, logistics, and financing Willingness to relocate long-term to Brazil or Argentina What We Offer Highly competitive consultancy package Attractive performance-based bonuses tied to P&L results Opportunity to play a pivotal leadership role in a fast-growing international trading house Direct exposure to global markets and senior management in Asia Dynamic, entrepreneurial environment with significant autonomy We offer an exciting career opportunity to the successful candidate. Interested candidates should submit their detailed CV in English, including current and expected remuneration and availability. Please email to All information provided will be treated in strict confidence and used solely for recruitment purposes.