Bernard Nickels & Associates · 1 week ago
Commodity Trade Associate
Englewood, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$60K/yr - $85K/yr
2+ years expBernard Nickels & Associates is an established North American-based trader and distributor of specialty chemicals and minerals. They are seeking a Commodity Trade Associate to support physical commodity trades, conduct market research, and manage relationships with suppliers and customers in a global commodity trade environment.
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Responsibilities
Monitor shipments and inventory positions to ensure timely and accurate deliveries
Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and storage facilities
Review and administer commercial contracts ensuring key terms (pricing, volumes, delivery windows, and operational obligations) are executed accurately
Conduct market and research to support trading and logistics decisions
Support contingency planning and rapid execution adjustments when disruptions occur
Accurately record and input customer orders, shipping details, and trade-related data
Coordinate domestic and international logistics, including trucking, rail, ports, and storage facilities
Qualification
Required
2-5 years of professional experience in Trade Operations, Logistics, Supply Chain Operations, Finance, or a related field
Bachelor's degree required; Finance or Economics degrees preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word) or similar tools
Strong numerical skills with an ability to assess and conduct market research and analyze market data
Strong attention to detail with a focus on precise data management and accurate reporting
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing multiple priorities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Preferred
Finance or Economics degrees preferred
Company
Bernard Nickels & Associates
Bernard Nickels & Associates is a staffing agency that offers recruitment and staffing for IT, office support, finance and legal sectors.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Brad Widolok
Founder, CEO
Noah Nielsen
Partner
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