Merchandiser Feed Products - Decatur, IL

Main Functions

Reporting to the Commercial Manager of Wheat Midds, this position will be responsible for the merchandising and position management of Wheat Midds for multiple ADM mills in North America. The holder will work in a team environment to develop and execute a successful sales strategy for Wheat Midds, collaborating with external and internal customers as well as other divisions within ADM.

• Aggressively seek new business to increase the customer base for direct sales of Wheat Midds
• Ensure successful implementation and execution of the sales strategy for multiple wheat mills
• Build and maintain relationships with a variety of customers
• Price discovery for Wheat Midds
• Discover and execute on opportunities for arbitrage
• Understand customer requirements to collaborate and add value
• Understand local feed markets to determine strategic pricing opportunities and relay information to the Co‑Product Team
• Maintain a clear current and prospective customer account list along with plans for attaining the listed prospective accounts
• Develop a positive working relationship with the Milling and Co‑Product Teams
• Develop a good understanding of current plant operations
• Effectively use communication for proper coordination of sales, logistics, and customer service
• Manage customer issues relating to accounting, order entry, logistics and others
• Manage A/R on sold accounts
• Understands and strictly adheres to corporate compliance policies, safety systems and policies
• Portrays a positive image of the company and self when interacting with customers and colleagues
• Prepare and submit daily and ad‑hoc reports

• 3 years of Animal Agriculture Sales Experience or Merchandising Experience
• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in agriculture or business
• Demonstrated negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of domestic trade
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of freight spreads and arbitrage
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with end‑users, suppliers, and internal customers
• Proven ability to work within a team environment
• Proven ability to excel in a fast‑paced work environment
• Computer competent, with proficiency in spreadsheets, database, word processing, and applications within a Windows‑based environment
• Committed to corporate ethics policies and safety program

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non‑exempt employees will also be paid overtime when working qualifying overtime hours.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between $70,400.00 and $.

Employees will be in an “at‑will” position and the company reserves the right to modify base pay and other discretionary compensation at any time.

Annual bonus is part of the total compensation package.

• 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 (ADM Cares).

• 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.

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry‑advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company.

Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more.

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