Fish, Meat, and Proteins Trading Executive
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Roshine Road, Killybegs, Co. Donegal, F94 R2TV, Republic of Ireland.
Background
A family business built on over fifty years of knowledge and experience, Atlantic Dawn Group has grown from humble beginnings to become a recognised leader in sustainable fishing and processing globally. We operate our own fleet of fishing vessels along with advanced on‑shore processing and cold‑storage facilities, all working in harmony with our environment to bring the finest quality fish to our customers worldwide. Our interests also extend into value added marine derived protein products.
Role
Position Overview: The Fish, Meat, and Proteins Trading Executive supports the senior management team in sourcing, negotiating, and managing the sale of seafood, meat, and protein products. This role requires strong commercial awareness, supplier relationship management, and operational coordination to ensure timely and profitable transactions.
Key Responsibilities
Trading & Procurement
* Assist in sourcing fish and meat products from domestic and international suppliers.
* Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers and customers.
* Monitor commodity markets and competitor activity to inform trading decisions.
* Maintain and grow relationships with existing and new clients.
* Identify new business opportunities and support sales initiatives.
* Prepare quotations, contracts, and sales documentation.
Logistics & Operations
* Coordinate with logistics teams to ensure timely delivery and inventory control.
* Ensure compliance with food safety, import/export, and sustainability regulations.
* Maintain accurate records of transactions and product specifications.
Reporting & Analysis
* Track trading performance, margins, and KPIs.
* Prepare regular reports for senior management.
* Support budgeting and forecasting activities.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, Agriculture, Food Science, or related field(s).
Experience: 10+ years’ experience in food trading, procurement, or sales (fish/meat/proteins preferred).
Knowledge: Understanding of global food supply chains, food safety, and logistics.
Language: English required; additional languages (e.g., Spanish, French, Arabic, Mandarin) are a plus.
Other
* Location: (For discussion) Flexible, with travel to suppliers, customers, or trade shows.
* Hours: Full-time, standard business hours, with flexibility regarding requirements for international markets.
* Compensation: Competitive base salary + commission or performance bonus + benefits.
Application
Please submit an up‑to‑date Curriculum Vitae including contact details to: info@atlantic-dawn.com before 5pm on Friday December 5th, 2025.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Business Development and Sales
Industries
Fisheries
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