Agricultural Economist - Wes-Kaap - Findojobs South Africa

Description

Senior Agricultural Economist / Analyst

This role is critical for identifying risks and opportunities in both agricultural markets and broader economic contexts, enabling our client to make strategic, data-driven decisions to maintain their market leadership and drive profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Market Analysis and Risk Assessment:
• Conduct in-depth analyses of global and local agricultural markets, including supply, demand, price trends, and emerging opportunities.
• Examine global and local economic trends, assessing their implications for agricultural and trading sectors.
• Identify and evaluate risks and opportunities within commodity trading markets, delivering actionable insights to minimize risks and capitalize on growth opportunities.
• Monitor economic and climate indicators affecting agricultural commodity trends and production cycles.
• Strategic Planning and Forecasting:
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize trading opportunities and profitability, addressing variables like weather patterns, geopolitical shifts, and market demand fluctuations.
• Maintain forecasts to support trading strategies, decision-making, and long-term planning.
• Research and advise on opportunities to participate in the value chain from farmer to consumer. This may involve investment in startups or buying existing successful concerns.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
• Collaborate with senior management, traders, and other stakeholders to align economic insights with trading/business strategies.
• Present findings, market trends, and risk analyses to key stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner.
• Policy and Regulatory Insights:
• Stay abreast of global and local agricultural policies, regulations, and legislative developments.
• Assess the impact of legislative changes, if any, on trading activities and recommend strategies to ensure compliance while optimizing business outcomes.

Requirements:

• BCom degree (or higher) in Agricultural Economics, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in the agricultural and trading environment.
• Proven track record in commodity trading or a related field, with strong exposure to international markets.
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills, with expertise in economy and forecasting.
• In-depth knowledge of global and local agricultural markets, trading dynamics, and risk management principles.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Preference for candidates who can speak Afrikaans.
• Strong leadership skills and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
• Living in, or willing to relocate to Somerset-West.