Please note Immediate joiners preferred for this role
I Purpose of the job
ETG is seeking a highly analytical and systems-driven Treasury professional to design, implement and optimize a global cash pooling and liquidity structure across the Group.
This role goes beyond traditional treasury operations — it is focused on building centralized and predictable global cash flow overview, enhancing cash visibility, automating treasury processes, and optimizing funding across commodity trading verticals.
II Key areas of responsibility
- Global Cash Pool &
- Liquidity Optimization
Design and implement a global cash pooling structure (physical / notional pooling across jurisdictions).Centralize Group liquidity and optimize utilization of surplus/deficit balances.Build and maintain a weekly, 3-month and 12-month rolling consolidated Group cash flow forecast.Reduce idle cash, optimize overdrafts, minimize external borrowing.Develop real-time cash visibility dashboards across all verticals.Drive intercompany funding optimization framework.
- Treasury Systems &
- Automation
Lead TMS operations implementation and enhancement across ETG.Build automated reporting dashboards (Power BI / Python / SQL or similar).Develop tools for:Cash forecasting automationFacility utilizations trackingLoan exposure reconciliationBank charge validationDrive ERP–Bank–TMS integration.Reduce manual treasury processes through systemization.
- Trade Finance &
- Commodity Funding
Liaise daily with trade desks to understand commodity financing needs.Execute and monitor:Letters of Credit (LCs)Bank GuaranteesStructured trade financeDrawdowns and settlementsTrack facility utilizations and loan settlements.Ensure compliance with facility documentation and UCP600.Monitor transaction-level financing across commodity trades.
- Cash Operations &
- Governance
Oversee daily liquidity positioning.Manage intercompany fund flows.Weekly reconciliation of:ERP vs Bank statementsTreasury loan files vs Bank reportsMonitor interest charges and ensure accuracy.
- Projects to Be Delivered (Priority Focus)
(Co-) Establish global cash pooling framework across ETG.Lead transformation of treasury operating model thru TMS operation – from manual multi-sourced to automated & unified data operation (with focus of vertical compatibility)Implement live global liquidity dashboard (incl. week, 3/12 month for casting ability)Automate trade finance tracking, ultimately with TF platform connectivity.Optimize borrowing costs through centralized funding strategy.Develop data-driven treasury decision tools.
III Geographic Scope
Group-wide role with exposure to multiple geographies across Africa, Middle East, Asia, Europe, and other global operationsInvolvement in cross-border transactions and multi-country treasury initiatives
IV The Ideal Candidate Combines
(Deep) trade finance expertiseCommodity trading experienceStrong systems orientationProgramming/coding capabilityPassion for automation and dataFinance Background with Analytical SkillsKariba Preferred as TMS
V Required Know-how/ Experience
5–10 years in Treasury within commodity trading / agri / metals / energy.Proven experience structuring trade finance facilities.Experience implementing or enhancing TMS systems.Exposure to multi-jurisdiction liquidity structures.
VI Values/ Competencies
ETG Values
IntegrityRespectPursuit of excellenceMeritocracyLeadership
VII Technical Competencies / Behavioural Competencies
Strong systems orientation and automation mindset.Working knowledge of programming/coding (Python / SQL / VBA / Power BI or similar).Advanced Excel modell Terms and UCP600.Solid ERP integration knowledge.Loves working with systems and data.Strategic but execution focused.High ownership mindset.Strong stakeholder engagement across global teams.High integrity and confidentiality.