Cape Winelands: Senior Agricultural Economist/Analyst posted by Ntice Sourcing Solutions

Senior Agricultural Economist / Market Strategist This is a critical role for a senior agricultural economist or market strategist who thrives at the intersection of agricultural markets, global economics, and commodity trading . The position plays a key role in identifying market risks and opportunities, shaping trading strategies, and supporting data-driven decision-making to protect profitability and sustain market leadership. Key responsibilities: Market analysis & risk insight Analyse global and local agricultural markets, including supply, demand, pricing trends, and emerging opportunities Assess macroeconomic, geopolitical, climate, and policy factors influencing agricultural and commodity markets Identify, quantify, and communicate risks and opportunities within trading environments Track economic, weather, and production indicators impacting commodity cycles Strategy, forecasting & value creation Develop market outlooks and forecasts to support trading strategies and long-term planning Advise on strategic opportunities across the agricultural value chain, from farm-level production through to end markets Evaluate investment opportunities, including participation in or acquisition of value-chain businesses and agri-focused ventures Support profitability optimisation through informed market positioning and timing Stakeholder engagement Partner closely with senior leadership, traders, and commercial teams to align economic insights with business and trading strategies Present complex market analysis in a clear, actionable way to executive and operational stakeholders Policy & regulatory insight Monitor global and local agricultural policy, regulation, and legislative developments Assess potential impacts on trading activity and recommend mitigation or optimisation strategies Required Skills BCom degree (or higher) in Agricultural Economics, Economics, or a related discipline Minimum 8 years’ experience within agricultural markets, commodity trading, or a closely related environment Strong exposure to international agricultural and trading markets Advanced analytical, quantitative, and forecasting capability Deep understanding of agricultural market dynamics, trading structures, and risk management Confident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders Leadership mindset with a collaborative, commercially driven approach Should you meet the required skills, please respond to this advert