Padraig Ashe
Straffan,Ireland
Summary
Experienced professional with focus on commodity trading, specialising in market analysis and risk management. Drive profitability through strategic decision-making and in-depth industry knowledge. Excel in building strong client relationships and leveraging market trends to optimise trading strategies.
Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
Overview
50
50
years of professional experience
Work history
Commodity trader
Comex McKinnon
Dublin, Ireland
2005.02 - 2025.02
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends which informed decision making process.
- Managed portfolio of commodities trades, ensuring market relevancy and competitiveness.
- Conformed strictly to regulatory standards to uphold company reputation and integrity.
- Liaised effectively with clients, resulting in strengthened professional relationships.
- Delivered regular reports on commodity prices, supply chain risks and opportunities.
- Participated actively in team meetings, contributing valuable insights based on market analysis.
- Forged new business relationships to create new business opportunities.
- Negotiated purchase or sale of commodities and commodity futures.
- Planned transport operations and logistical elements to facilitate movement of goods.
General manager
Farringtons Agri
Rathcoffey, Ireland
1975.02 - 2005.02
- Established positive work environment which promoted staff morale and productivity.
- Introduced effective cost control measures, reducing unnecessary expenditure.
- Delivered results under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
- Managed key stakeholder relationships for smoother project completion.
- Identified new business opportunities, leading to market expansion.
- Established successful partnerships with other companies for mutual growth.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations at all times.
- Identified and resolved operational issues impacting productivity, performance or profitability.
- Created and led successful business culture focused on performance.
Education
Leaving certificate -
Naas CBS
Naas05.1974
Skills
- Commodity pricing models
- Knowledge of trading platforms
- Commodity knowledge
- Identifying opportunities
- Strong networking
- Account management
- Supply chain management
- Interpreting market reports
- Buying and selling
- Client relations
- Commodity trading engagements
- Commodities monitoring
- Decision-Making efficiency
- Communication proficiency
Additional Information
- Gardening
- Reading
- History
- GAA
- Movies
- Walking
- Travel
- Badminton
Volunteer work
Straffan GAA chairman 1997-2005
Bord na nÓg chairman 2001-2005
Kildare GAA County Board Vice Chairman 2005-2009
Kildare GAA County Board Chairman 2009-2011
IDDSO Chairman Feb 2023 - present
Timeline
Commodity trader
Comex McKinnon
2005.02 - 2025.02
General manager
Farringtons Agri
1975.02 - 2005.02
Leaving certificate -
Naas CBS