# Head of China Trading

> TORQCOMMODITIES · London, United Kingdom · Full-time · Posted 2026-06-03

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Trading

## Description

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven **Head of Trading – China** to establish and lead our trading activities across the Chinese market. Based in either London or Switzerland, this individual will be responsible for developing the company's China strategy, building a local commercial presence, recruiting and leading a dedicated China-focused team, and driving profitable growth across key commodity markets.

This is a highly strategic role requiring deep knowledge of the Chinese market, an established industry network, and the ability to build a trading franchise from the ground up.

The successful candidate must be a **native Mandarin speaker or possess native-level Mandarin proficiency**, combined with fluent English, enabling them to operate effectively with Chinese counterparties while integrating with the company's international leadership team.

## Requirements

### Key Responsibilities

### Commercial & Trading Leadership

-   Develop and execute the company's China trading strategy.
-   Identify and develop new trading opportunities across China.
-   Build and maintain relationships with key customers, suppliers, processors, importers, exporters, and strategic partners.
-   Lead commercial negotiations and manage high-value trading relationships.
-   Drive revenue growth and profitability across the China trading portfolio.

### Establishing the China Platform

-   Create and implement a scalable market-entry and growth strategy.
-   Build the company's reputation and presence within the Chinese market.
-   Identify potential office locations, strategic partnerships, and expansion opportunities where appropriate.
-   Act as the primary commercial representative for China-related activities.

### Team Building & Leadership

-   Recruit, develop, and manage a dedicated China-focused trading team.
-   Build capabilities across trading, execution, logistics, and market intelligence.
-   Establish performance objectives and accountability frameworks.
-   Mentor and develop future trading leaders within the business.

### Market Intelligence & Strategy

-   Monitor market developments, trade flows, pricing dynamics, and regulatory changes affecting China.
-   Provide regular market intelligence and strategic recommendations to senior management.
-   Identify emerging opportunities and risks across the region.

### Cross-Functional Collaboration

-   Work closely with Operations, Logistics, Risk, Finance, Compliance, and Legal teams.
-   Ensure smooth execution of trading activities and adherence to company policies.
-   Support the development of new products, markets, and customer segments.

### Stakeholder Representation

-   Represent the company at industry conferences, customer meetings, and trade events.
-   Develop strong relationships with industry participants, trade associations, and key market stakeholders.

## Benefits

### Essential Requirements

-   Native Mandarin Chinese speaker or native-level Mandarin proficiency.
-   Fluent English (written and spoken).
-   Significant experience in international commodity trading.
-   Proven track record of developing and managing commercial relationships within China.
-   Demonstrated experience building and leading trading teams.
-   Strong understanding of international trade, logistics, supply chains, and risk management.
-   Existing network within the Chinese commodity trading sector.
-   Ability to travel regularly to China and other international markets.

### Preferred Experience

-   Experience within agricultural commodities, coffee, edible nuts, grains, soft commodities, energy products, or related sectors.
-   Previous experience establishing a new trading desk, business unit, or regional operation.
-   Experience working within an international trading house.

## Apply

[Apply at TORQCOMMODITIES](https://apply.workable.com/torqcommodities/j/D541EB5E3D/apply)

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