Trade brokers

Trade brokers buy and sell commodities and shipping services, usually in bulk, on behalf of their own company or for customers on a commission basis.

Skill level: Skilled

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Salary range for the majority of workers in Trade brokers - from $2,729 to $10,039 per month - 2026.
A Trade brokers typically earns between $2,729 and $6,190 gross per month at the start of the job.
After 5 years of service, this is between $2,987 and $7,141 per month for a working week of 40 hours.

Establishing contact between buyers and sellers of commodities
Discussing buying or selling requirements of clients and giving advice accordingly
Buying and selling cargo space on ships
Negotiating purchase or sale of commodities and commodity futures
Finding cargo and/or storage space for commodities and negotiating freight, shipping and storage charges
Monitoring and analyzing market trends and other factors affecting the supply and demand for commodities and shipping services