Are you a highly experienced and strategic leader in the cotton trading industry, ready to drive global marketing efforts and expand destination liquidity? We are seeking a Senior Director – Trading / Head of Cotton Marketing to lead our global cotton marketing strategy and cultivate and maintain strong relationships across the value chain.
This is a unique opportunity in the world of cotton trading for the right candidate ready to make a significant impact in a leading trade organization. You will play a critical role in connecting global supply with end-user demand, leading a team of 5+ direct reports while fostering a truly collaborative environment.
The Global Destination Trader plays a crucial role in connecting global supply with end-user demand. Key responsibilities include:
Through disciplined risk management and reliable performance, the cotton marketer helps create trust, consistency, and long-term commercial value.
As Senior Director – Trading & Head of Cotton Marketing, you will be instrumental in:
We’re seeking an exceptional leader with a profound understanding of the global cotton trading landscape, particularly in Destination Trading. The ideal candidate will bring at least 15 years of hands-on experience in the industry, including 5+ years of successfully leading diverse international teams. A proven track record with a robust network in the global destination textile mill community is essential, along with extensive knowledge of the product line from farming to spinning.
You should be adept at navigating complex contract disputes and have practical experience with ICA rules and arbitration. Beyond technical mastery, you naturally cultivate strong relationships and networks, effectively influencing stakeholders at all levels. You are a passionate developer of talent and possess outstanding communication skills that energize others to take action. With a strategic mindset, you make data-driven decisions aligned with Bunge’s global strategy and financial goals, constantly exploring new perspectives and championing innovation to enhance our market position.
This role offers a genuine opportunity to leverage your specialized industry knowledge and leadership skills in a leading global enterprise. You will tackle real-world, complex commercial challenges, directly contributing to our operational success and strategic objectives within a dynamic, international trading environment.
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 approximately 37,000 dedicated employees partners with farmers globally 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 over 200 years of experience and presence in more than 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 values that represent Bunge at its core:
If this sounds like you, apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
Location : Geneva
Country : Switzerland