About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Ever pictured yourself at the center of fast-moving deals, connecting buyers and sellers across continents? As a Broker with our general trading company in Al Hamidiyah, Ajman, you’ll be the driving force behind successful import and export agreements—think sugar, oil, flour, and every food product under the sun. Here, your network and hustle translate directly into commission-based earnings, safeguarded by a clear, formal agreement. If you thrive on making connections and closing deals, this is your chance to turn your skills into tangible rewards.
About the Company
Our team is a close-knit group of trading enthusiasts who believe in the power of relationships—and a good sense of humor. We’ve built our business on transparency, trust, and an appetite for new opportunities. There’s always coffee brewing (and sometimes, homemade sweets on the table) as we brainstorm our next big move. While our roots are firmly planted in Ajman, our vision is global, and we’re always eager to explore new markets and products. Flexibility and open-mindedness are woven into our culture—if you bring in a great deal, we’ll listen, even if it’s outside our usual scope.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Identifying, pursuing, and securing new business deals in the trading of sugar, oil, flour, and all varieties of food products
- Building and nurturing relationships with both local and international clients, suppliers, and partners
- Acting as the key point of contact throughout the negotiation and deal-closing process
- Researching market trends and spotting fresh opportunities—whether it’s a new product or an emerging region
- Collaborating with our in-house team to ensure seamless execution and follow-through on every deal
- Keeping meticulous records and documentation, so everyone’s rights and interests are crystal clear
- Bringing us deals outside the food sector? We’re all ears—innovation is part of our DNA
What You’ll Bring
- A proven track record (big or small) of closing successful deals in trading, import/export, or related brokerage fields
- Strong negotiation and communication chops—you know how to build trust and inspire confidence
- A solid network of contacts across relevant industries, or the resourcefulness to build one fast
- Self-direction, motivation, and the ability to thrive in a commission-based, results-driven environment
- Familiarity with contract basics to protect everyone’s interests
- Bonus points if you have experience with non-food products or specialty commodities!
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Transparent, competitive commission structure—your success is directly rewarded
- Every deal you bring is supported by a formal agreement to protect your rights
- Flexible, entrepreneurial work style—you set your schedule and strategy
- Open-minded leadership that welcomes fresh ideas and products
- Small, friendly team with a collaborative spirit and a sense of humor
- Opportunity to grow your own business within ours—sky’s the limit
We know the best brokers are always on the lookout for their next big win. Here, you’ll find a team that truly values your drive and rewards your results—no red tape, just genuine partnership.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you walk us through a recent deal you brokered in the trading or import/export sector? What strategies did you use to secure both the buyer’s and seller’s trust?
- How do you go about identifying new business opportunities or untapped markets, especially in the food products sector?
- What negotiation techniques have you found most effective when working with international clients or suppliers?
- Describe your approach to maintaining accurate records and documentation throughout a deal. Why is this important in a trading environment?
- If you were to bring us a promising deal outside of food products, how would you go about evaluating its potential and presenting it to the team?
- Tell us about your network—how have you built relationships in the trading industry, and how would you expand your contacts for this role?
- Share an example of a time you faced an unexpected challenge during a deal. How did you handle it, and what was the outcome?
- Our company values innovation and open-mindedness. Can you describe a time when you introduced a new idea or product in your previous work?
- In a commission-based, entrepreneurial environment, how do you stay motivated and manage your workflow to hit your targets?
- How do you ensure that all parties’ interests are properly protected when drafting or reviewing contract terms?
- This team thrives on collaboration and humor. What role does team culture play in your best work experiences, and how do you contribute to a positive atmosphere?
- Given our global reach, how comfortable are you working across different time zones and cultural backgrounds?
- When brainstorming new business directions with colleagues, how do you balance assertiveness with openness to others’ ideas?
- What excites you most about the possibility of joining a company that encourages you to grow your own business within theirs?