Mykhailo Lisovenko
Richmond,TX
Summary
Experienced Commodity Broker skilled in commodity markets and trading strategies. Expertise in portfolio risk management, trade execution, and client market insights. Proficient in analysis, strategic decision-making, and effective communication. Track record of driving growth through intelligent commodity investments and cultivating strong client relationships.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Commodity Broker
self-employed
01.2022 - Current
- Build and maintain relationships with clients, identify trading opportunities, execute buy and sell orders, negotiate prices, monitor commodity prices, analyze market data, and maintain accurate records.
- Negotiated the purchase and sale of commodities with clients.
- Monitored market trends to identify buying and selling opportunities for clients.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements related to commodity trading.
- Assessed current pricing models and suggested improvements based on market analysis.
- Executed trades in accordance with established guidelines and regulations.
- Reviewed customer orders for accuracy prior to execution of trades.
- Advised customers on risk management techniques when trading commodities.
Head of Trade Department
LikoTerra LTD
Kiev
06.2017 - 02.2021
- Decision making in trading, market monitoring, searching for new suppliers, managing commodity positions, executing contracts, and establishing business connections.
- Analyze and forecast prices of core commodities using fundamental and technical (charting) analysis
- Track, calculate, and verify the performance of strategies against actual pricing
- Formulate recommendations on commodity management strategies across multiple commodity markets.
- Execute strategies within commodity markets in a timely and efficient manner
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Deputy Head of International Trade Department
Svarog West Group
Kiev
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Decision making in trading, organizing purchases and sales, market monitoring, managing commodity positions, and establishing business connections.
- Provided guidance to faculty, staff, and students on a variety of educational issues.
- Conducted regular meetings with administrative teams to discuss strategies for improvement.
- Collaborated with other departments within the district office on special projects or initiatives.
- Decision making in trading of different commodities on various kind of basis (exw/cpt/fas/cfr)
- Full commodity position managing
Senior Trader
LLC Ilta Trading
Kiev
09.2014 - 06.2016
- Sale and purchase of commodities, searching for suppliers, supporting contract execution, market monitoring, and executing export contracts.
- Developed relationships with external vendors such as brokers, banks.
- Performed due diligence reviews prior to executing trades as part of risk management strategy.
- Advised clients on investment options that fit their financial goals while minimizing risks.
- Negotiated terms of trades with counterparties and executed transactions within agreed-upon parameters.
- Developed and maintained relationships with TOP-rated trade companies (A,B,C,D - Traders) in generating sales opportunities.
Export Specialist
LLC Rostok-Trade
08.2011 - 01.2014
- Resolving issues through negotiations, monitoring contractual obligations, preparing export documents, and controlling shipment.
- Assisted in the preparation of export documents, such as commercial invoices and packing lists.
- Provided advice on customs clearance procedures and documentation requirements.
- Maintained records of all shipments and transactions related to exports.
- Managed relationships with external vendors providing logistics services.
- Developed standard operating procedures for exporting goods from the company's warehouse.
Export Manager
Zerno –Trade Ltd.
11.2009 - 12.2012
- Preparing export documentation, supporting feasibility studies, negotiating with brokers, and monitoring foreign trade contracts.
- Worked closely with logistics personnel to coordinate transport services for shipments abroad.
- Prepared, checked, and filed documentation with department.
- Requested and compiled necessary customs invoices, certificates of origin, and cargo-control documents.
Education
Master’s degree - International Economics and Management
Kiev National Economic University
Kiev07.2009
Kiev
Skills
- Advanced PC user
- Good knowledge of MS Office applications
- Basic knowledge of accounting program 1С
- Negotiation
- Price Analysis
- Customer Service
- Cost Calculations
- Decision-Making
- Multitasking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Documentation
- CRM Software
- Team building
Personal Qualities
- Quick learner and good people skills
- Loyal, trustworthy and responsible
- Team worker but capable of individual work
- Forceful but ready to compromise
- Disciplined, good communication and interpersonal skills
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 06/12/87
- Driving License: В
- Marital Status: divorced
Languages
- Ukrainian, native speaker
- Russian, native speaker
- English, fluent
Hobbies and Interests
- Football
- Music
- Traveling
Languages
English
Professional
Ukrainian
Native/ Bilingual
Russian
Native/ Bilingual
French
Elementary
Timeline
Commodity Broker
self-employed
01.2022 - Current
Head of Trade Department
LikoTerra LTD
06.2017 - 02.2021
Deputy Head of International Trade Department
Svarog West Group
06.2016 - 06.2017
Senior Trader
LLC Ilta Trading
09.2014 - 06.2016
Export Specialist
LLC Rostok-Trade
08.2011 - 01.2014
Export Manager
Zerno –Trade Ltd.
11.2009 - 12.2012
Master’s degree - International Economics and Management
Kiev National Economic University
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