Trading Director - Seafood
CV-LibraryEC1A, Farringdon, Greater LondonpermanentPosted: 22 April 2026
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Salary: Up to £120,000
Location: Hybrid / London
Employment Type: Full‑time
About the Role
A leading player in the UK food sector is seeking an experienced Trading Director – Seafood to lead its commercial seafood division. This is a senior strategic role overseeing trading performance, supplier partnerships, commercial growth, and category profitability.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the seafood trading function, driving commercial strategy and margin performance
* Manage supplier relationships across UK and international markets
* Oversee pricing, category planning, and commercial negotiations
* Identify growth opportunities and develop long‑term trading plans
* Work closely with operations, procurement, and senior leadership teams
* Ensure compliance, quality, and sustainability standards are met
About You
* Proven senior‑level experience in seafood trading or a closely related protein category
* Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering revenue and margin growth
* Excellent negotiation and supplier‑management skills
* Strategic thinker with the ability to lead teams and influence at board level
* Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment
Benefits
* Competitive salary up to £120,000
* Hybrid working (London HQ)
* Executive‑level benefits package
* Opportunity to shape and grow a major seafood category
Salary: Up to £120,000
Location: Hybrid / London
Employment Type: Full‑time
About the Role
A leading player in the UK food sector is seeking an experienced Trading Director – Seafood to lead its commercial seafood division. This is a senior strategic role overseeing trading performance, supplier partnerships, commercial growth, and category profitability.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the seafood trading function, driving commercial strategy and margin performance
* Manage supplier relationships across UK and international markets
* Oversee pricing, category planning, and commercial negotiations
* Identify growth opportunities and develop long‑term trading plans
* Work closely with operations, procurement, and senior leadership teams
* Ensure compliance, quality, and sustainability standards are met
About You
* Proven senior‑level experience in seafood trading or a closely related protein category
* Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering revenue and margin growth
* Excellent negotiation and supplier‑management skills
* Strategic thinker with the ability to lead teams and influence at board level
* Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment
Benefits
* Competitive salary up to £120,000
* Hybrid working (London HQ)
* Executive‑level benefits package
* Opportunity to shape and grow a major seafood category