Commodity Trader

Job Description:

Join Our Purpose
- Feeding the Future Role:
Commodity Trader

Location:

Comanche- 1300 Mill Avenue Hours/Shift: 40 hours Vacancy Type:
Replacement

Get ready to Own your career as Commodity Trader at Hi Pro a Nutreco company. As global leaders in animal nutrition and aquafeed, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future drives us to support customers and ensure smooth operational flow.

• We are seeking a Commodity Trader for our Hi-Pro Feeds brand in Comanche, TX or Friona, TX. This position is challenged to develop and utilize trade skills in purchasing and execution in a defined market.
• This individual will use market analytics, build vendor rapport, buy, and sell commodities, provide logistics assistance, and manage contracts.
• The Commodity Trader is expected to build and maintain vendor relationships on the purchasing side of the business as well as with the logistics team and transportation partners.
• Market Analysis:
  Learn and apply the company’s risk-management tools. Analyze market trends, leading indicators, and complex market dynamics, develop and clearly communicate market insights.
• Become proficient in the company’s systems, tools, and reports.
• Secure commodity supply within the assigned region.
• Engage with vendors and communicate ideas and informed perspectives.
• Build the skills needed to make sound buying and selling decisions.
• Prepare required reports.
• Logistics and Execution:
  Support or lead logistics planning and execution, applying foundational knowledge of truck and rail transportation and commodity arbitrage.
• Understand the systems and procedures used to document and support trade execution.
• Vendor Relationship Management:
  Build and maintain a broad network of market relationships. Discuss market conditions with vendors and respond to questions about transactions, including settlements.
• Expand the vendor contact network, with manager guidance, as market knowledge grows.
• With support from the Commodity Group Manager, develop productive, ongoing relationships with current and prospective vendors.
• Establish strong trading relationships across all vendor types.
• Manage contracts, including reconciling customer balances.

Degree in a business-related field or equivalent experience. At least two years of merchandising experience. Proven knowledge of grain markets, hedging strategies, and commodity flows. Knowledge of agricultural trading standards and procedures. You’ll also need Demonstrated aptitude in accounting and financial practices and procedures. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to travel, as needed.

• Day 1 Competitive health benefits
  - Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, and FSA
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid vacation, sick time, and floating holidays

We can offer you a rewarding career with real meaning and purpose. Where you’ll feel proud of the impactful role you perform every day and the part you play in Feeding the Future. So, if you’re interested in joining us, get ready to Own your progress, your potential and your career.

Nutreco is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive recruitment experience. Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the hiring process. If you require support, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Nutreco does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, or select candidates at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications are reviewed directly by our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers.

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