Director Domestic Ethanol Trading - Decatur, IL

Position Summary

The Director of Domestic Ethanol Trading will lead all domestic ethanol trading activities and oversee the management of the company’s third‑party terminal network. The primary focus will be on developing and executing customer‑driven trading strategies, expanding market share, and strengthening relationships with key partners across the ethanol value chain.

The role will manage a team of traders and account managers, fostering a collaborative environment that prioritizes customer engagement, market insight, and strategic growth. The Director will work closely with logistics, execution, and operations teams to optimize asset utilization, ensure reliable supply, and deliver innovative solutions that create value for customers and the company.

• Lead and execute trading strategies in domestic ethanol markets with a strong focus on customer needs and market development.
• Build, maintain, and expand relationships with ethanol customers, brokers, and counter parties, including oil companies, retailers, and distributors.
• Manage and optimize the third‑party terminal network to enhance service, reliability, and market reach.
• Supervise and develop a team of traders and account managers, fostering a culture of collaboration, customer focus, and commercial excellence.
• Identify and capitalize on arbitrage and distribution opportunities that enhance customer value and trading margins.
• Collaborate with internal teams—including execution, operations, credit, and export teams—to ensure seamless trade execution and high‑quality customer service.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and regulatory developments to anticipate customer needs and inform trading strategies.

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in commodity trading and merchandising, with at least 5 years in ethanol or biofuels.
• Demonstrated success in developing customer relationships and executing market growth strategies.
• Previous leadership experience managing trading teams and direct reports.
• Cross‑country and rail arbitrage experience strongly preferred.
• Strong commercial acumen, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication abilities.
• High level of initiative, creativity, and strategic thinking.
• Overnight travel required (less than 15%).

• The ideal candidate will be a commercially minded trading professional with deep knowledge of the domestic ethanol market and a passion for customer engagement.
• They will excel at building strong partnerships, identifying growth opportunities, and aligning trading decisions with customer and company objectives.
• Success in this role will depend on market insight, leadership, and the ability to leverage the company’s asset and terminal network to deliver superior customer value and profitability.

Base pay is expected to be between $ and $. The total compensation package will also include an annual bonus and a long‑term incentive plan.

• Physical wellness – medical, Rx, dental, vision, and on‑site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), and Colleague Giving Programs.
• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company‑sponsored training and development resources, such as Linked In Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.