Commodity Merchandiser / Trader

If you thrive at the intersection of markets, strategy, and execution, this is your opportunity to play a hands-on role in a fast-moving agricultural trading environment. This role offers meaningful ownership, market exposure, and the chance to make real-time decisions that directly impact performance and profitability.

What’s in it for you

• Competitive compensation with strong upside potential based on experience
• Direct exposure to commodity markets, logistics, and P&L accountability
• Opportunity to develop deep expertise in agricultural merchandising
• A collaborative, safety-focused culture that values curiosity and accountability
• Industry visibility through market engagement and professional events

This role will be responsible for

• Originating and merchandising assigned grain and/or feed commodities
• Executing arbitrage opportunities across product and freight spreads
• Managing procurement, logistics, and delivery via truck and rail
• Performing daily cash position reconciliation and freight variance analysis
• Supporting accurate P&L development and market pricing strategies

Expectations will include

• Operating within established position limits and company policies
• Providing timely and accurate pricing updates to customers
• Managing overfills and underfills on grain contracts
• Identifying and helping develop new market and growth opportunities
• Leveraging internal resources and customer relationships to drive results
• Actively engaging with industry trends, events, and relationships

A qualified candidate will possess the following

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, agriculture, or a related field
• 3+ years of agricultural experience in merchandising, sales, or marketing
• Strong understanding of market risk within the agriculture industry
• Proven knowledge of truck and rail logistics
• Excellent planning, execution, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or related business software

*Candidates must be eligible to work in the US as well as meet the qualifications listed above in order to be considered for the Commodity Merchandiser job.