[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Barry Callebaut jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/barry-callebaut/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Barry Callebaut · Zurich, CH # Cocoa Trader Zurich, CH Listed on Barry Callebaut’s official careers site. Listed as of October 19, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Barry Callebaut’s careers site →](https://jobs.barry-callebaut.com/job/Zurich-Cocoa-Trader-8005/1435276200/) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Barry Callebaut](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/barry-callebaut/) / Cocoa Trader ## Job description About the Role The Cocoa Trader role is part of the Products Trading team based in Zürich. The position is primarily responsible for the external sourcing and subsequent sale of cocoa powder and cake to our European manufacturing sites. In addition, the role supports broader trading activities, including the purchase and sale of cocoa butter and liquor to third-party customers, in line with sales targets and available production capacities. A key aspect of the role is the monitoring and management of trading exposures and risks arising from intercompany cocoa powder transactions, ensuring effective oversight of the trading book. The position also encompasses responsibilities related to financial transactions, hedging activities, and derivative instruments, contributing to the overall performance and risk management of the trading business. ### Key Responsibilities Include Manage the procurement of cocoa powder and cocoa cake to support intercompany supply requirements. Oversee cocoa powder sales and execution, ensuring a reliable and efficient supply to manufacturing sites across Europe. Manage and further develop the supplier portfolio, identifying and evaluating alternative sourcing opportunities. Source cocoa products by gathering market intelligence and supplier offers, providing competitive pricing and contributing to trading strategy development. Monitor and manage risk exposures arising from cocoa powder trading activities and maintain oversight of the trading book. Support cocoa butter and cocoa liquor trading activities, working closely with third-party customers, internal stakeholders, and sales teams. Advise customers and sales teams on market developments, pricing, trading strategies, and business opportunities while maintaining key customer relationships. Execute cocoa futures and foreign exchange transactions in line with trading objectives and risk management guidelines. Resolve quality, logistics, and supply chain issues in collaboration with internal teams, customers, and suppliers. Monitor trade execution and physical product flows while developing a strong understanding of product sourcing processes and related operational requirements. ### About You Bachelor’s degree Fluent in English. ### French / German is a plus - 5 years of experience in trading/commodities in an international environment Capacity to lead other teams Good excel and PowerPoint skills as well as good report writing skills Team player and capable of working cross-functionally across various stakeholders Previous direct customer exposure and combined with presentation skills - Strong analytical and numerical skills - Solid understanding of commodities (e.g. cocoa, coffee or other) and international trade - Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple conflicting priorities Able to adapt to a dynamic and changing environment Flexible and willing to travel (around 30%) Oriented to results ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 12, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 19, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days - Location: Zurich, CH[Apply on Barry Callebaut’s careers site →](https://jobs.barry-callebaut.com/job/Zurich-Cocoa-Trader-8005/1435276200/) ## More jobs at Barry Callebaut ### [Cocoa Derivatives Trader](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/barry-callebaut/jobs/6488600a3fb445f1663a/) Zurich, CH ### [Global Accounts Lead, Sustainability](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/barry-callebaut/jobs/4bf38139536b63e7a7d6/) Zurich, CH ### [Director Digital Finance (CO)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/barry-callebaut/jobs/43f17cf2e3bde020edb0/) Zurich, CH ### [Director, Group Accounting & Reporting - Accounting Policies](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/barry-callebaut/jobs/0b8e0841fb4404c26cdb/) Zurich, CH ### [Head of Internal Communications](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/barry-callebaut/jobs/3596091754729efc9bac/) Zurich, CH ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Cocoa & Chocolate Commercial Leader](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cargill/jobs/0afbcfd46e16d740fd12/) Cargill · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia ### [Cocoa Powder Product Specialist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cargill/jobs/5408fb86e47bdfa1b534/) Cargill · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia +2 more ### [ETF Quant Trader](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/citigroup/jobs/d4db638499e0ddc939e5/) Citigroup · London United Kingdom ### [Quant Trader](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/citigroup/jobs/af41070a6e43b7ce2f01/) Citigroup · Hong Kong Hong Kong ### [Repo Trader - Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/santander/jobs/2f938b6ea7540432600d/) Santander · Boadilla del Monte OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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