Imad El Karkafy
Senior Trader
Athens
Summary
Successful coffee merchant, with more than 10 years of comprehensive experience managing negotiation and execution of commodity trades. In-depth knowledge of Coffee trading strategies and systems, commodity risks and opportunities.
People-oriented and versatile professional committed to implementing strategies to guarantee day-to-day and long-term objectives are met.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
5
5
Languages
Work History
Senior Trader
Sucafina SA
08.2019 - Current
- Heading Sales towards MENA region and in charge of coffee sourcing from West Africa.
- Generates on average $2M yearly basis in revenue from MENA Sales and 1 to 1.5M$ from West Africa.
- Collaborated with analysts and coverage traders to distribute relevant market information about MENA And WAF.
- Efficiently managed high volumes of trades, ensuring timely execution at optimal prices for maximum returns.
- Increased trading profits by implementing effective risk management strategies and optimizing trade executions, mainly towards north Africa being a very sensitive and risky area.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key clients and suppliers, enabling access to valuable market insights and opportunities.
- Mentored junior traders, providing guidance on best practices, risk management techniques, and overall professional development.
- Constantly assessed market conditions to make informed decisions on trade timing and execution strategies, maximizing profit potential.
- Collaborated with clients to maintain relationships and provide customers with thorough support and guidance.
- Networked to identify potential new clients and expand geographic territories.
West Africa Representative
SUCAFINA SA
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Boosted our buying network from Cote d'Ivoire, Cameroon,Guinea,Togo and Sierra Leone. We generate yearly 1 to 1.5M$ of profits with on cycle crops.
- Started Sucafina Cote d'Ivoire in 2019. We are today among the leading coffee exporters from Cote d'Ivoire.
- in parallel i was named to be the main sales trader for north African countries being the main buyers of west African coffees.
- Consistently exceeded quarterly sales targets by effectively leveraging existing networks while also developing new leads through targeted prospecting efforts.
- i managed increasing our sales and profitability in North African countries by 20% on Average. Generated between on avg 1M$ of margin from North Africa sales all countries combined.
- Handled customer complaints quickly and professionally to restore customer confidence and prevent loss of business.
Futures and Trade Support
Sucafina SA
05.2017 - 06.2017
Logistics Coordinator (MENA, South America and West African Region)
Sucafina SA
5 2015 - 03.2017
Logistics Coordinator (MENA Region)
Sucafina SA Representative Office
12.2013 - 05.2015
Ocean Import & Cross Trade Coordinator
Levant Transport Company LTD
09.2009 - 11.2013
Supervisor
Al Sultan Bakery
12.2005 - 05.2009
Operations Office Trainee
Ultra Maritime Services SAL
07.2008 - 09.2008
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Transportation And Logistics
Holy Spirit University of Kaslik
Kaslik, Lebanon 04.2006 - 05.2009
Executive Master of Business Administration - EMBA - Commodity Trading
Geneva School Of Economics And Management
Geneva, Switzerland 05.2016 - Current
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Risk Assessment
- Skilled negotiator
- Collaborative Team Player
- Proven Leadership Abilities
- Reliable Performance Tracking
- Problem-Solving
- Excellent Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Critical Thinking
- Client Relations
- Know Your Customer
Otherskills
Good knowledge of Microsoft tools., Fluent in both spoken and written English, French and Arabic
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 07/18/87
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Lebanese
Certification
Integral Management
Distance Running and Reading
Sub Elite Marathon Runner, PB 2h:48':06s
Timeline
Senior Trader
Sucafina SA
08.2019 - Current
West Africa Representative
SUCAFINA SA
07.2017 - 08.2019
Futures and Trade Support
Sucafina SA
05.2017 - 06.2017
Management Certificate-Potential Leaders (BOSTON GLOBAL COMMUNICATION SL)
12-2016
Executive Master of Business Administration - EMBA - Commodity Trading
Geneva School Of Economics And Management
05.2016 - Current
Certificate of Excellence, BCA 28th Educational Seminar
04-2016
Logistics Coordinator (MENA Region)
Sucafina SA Representative Office
12.2013 - 05.2015
International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA) & Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association Inc (CIFFA) Credential ID 9308
02-2013
Advanced Certificate in International Freight Forwarding
12-2012
Integral Management
11-2011
Ocean Import & Cross Trade Coordinator
Levant Transport Company LTD
09.2009 - 11.2013
Operations Office Trainee
Ultra Maritime Services SAL
07.2008 - 09.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Transportation And Logistics
Holy Spirit University of Kaslik
04.2006 - 05.2009
Supervisor
Al Sultan Bakery
12.2005 - 05.2009
Logistics Coordinator (MENA, South America and West African Region)
Sucafina SA
5 2015 - 03.2017
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