Finance Director Grains & Oilseeds

We are currently partnering with a leading global commodities group to appoint a Finance Director to join their leadership team in Dubai. This is a high-impact role for a commercially minded finance leader who will act as a true business partner to senior management, driving financial strategy, performance, and growth across the region. This opportunity is ideally suited to a seasoned finance professional with deep experience in agribusiness and commodities procurement (wheat, corn, feed grains), combining strategic oversight with the ability to operate hands-on in a fast-paced trading environment. Key Responsibilities: Lead overall financial strategy, planning, and performance management across the MENA region, leveraging deep expertise in global trade flows to drive commercial value. Partner closely with senior leadership on commercial decision-making, investments, and growth initiatives. Drive budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization to enhance profitability. Oversee treasury, capital structure, cash flow, and working capital management. Ensure robust financial controls, governance, and compliance frameworks. Deliver high-quality management reporting and actionable insights to support strategic decisions. Build, lead, and develop a high-performing finance team. Collaborate cross-functionally across trading, procurement, and operations teams. Requirements: Professional qualification such as CA, ACCA, CPA, or MBA. 12 to 17 years of experience with a strong track record in senior finance leadership roles. Proven experience within agribusiness, commodities trading, or procurement (wheat, corn, feed grains). Strong expertise in financial strategy, FP&A, treasury, and risk management. Advanced proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle and financial modelling. Fluent Arabic and English are essential for coverage of Egypt and the wider MENA region.