Future of Jobs and Skills in Wholesale Trade Sector

This document is a report discussing the future of jobs and skills in Singapore's wholesale trade sector, specifically focusing on the role of commodities traders. It outlines critical work functions that are expected to evolve over the next three years, detailing the skills and responsibilities that will be necessary for success in this role. The report describes how commodities traders will manage portfolios, analyze market data, and implement sustainability initiatives. It highlights the increasing reliance on advanced data analytics, cognitive technologies, and algorithmic trading to enhance trading performance and decision-making processes. Additionally, the report emphasizes the importance of building and maintaining relationships with trade partners and adapting to technological advancements in trading platforms. The document also identifies skill differentiators such as performance monitoring, trade automation, and sourcing portfolio analysis that will be essential for future commodities traders.