Merchandiser II - Minneapolis, MN or Fargo, ND

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Merchandiser II - Minneapolis, MN or Fargo, ND

Commodity Trading

This merchandiser position is for the Enderlin and Red Wing multi-commodity oilseed processing plants. We are looking for a highly motivated individual to be responsible for trading canola, sunflowers and flax in North Dakota and South Dakota as well as work across processing plants and business units to spread seed accordingly. You will need to have strong communication and develop strong trusting relationships with customers.

You will help manage our canola futures and cash positions/inventory as well as sunflower and flax cash position/inventory.

• Develop key communication links within ADM to ensure optimal use of ADM facilities and market access, and understanding of market requirements to facilitate the effectiveness of ADM assets
• Able to prepare and analyze basic profit and loss and other divisional reports
• Strategically seek out new business that would enhance the profitability of the assets.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with accounts that bring defined value
• Maintain a clear customer account list and provide detailed background information in files
• Handle all accounting related issues in a timely manner to ensure good customer service
• Develop a good working knowledge of freight spreads and competitor activities
• Work to make quick decisions in a fast market while accepting the responsibility to defend them logically
• Develop a clear understanding of local, national, world market, and trends
• Aggressively make outbound phone calls to deliver and receive timely market information
• Price discovery and bid/offer maintenance to enhance risk management and pricing
• Understand margin calculations and their effect on commodity pricing
• Constantly work on individual and personal development within the company
• Develop a good understanding of local plant operations
• Work to attain positive, cooperative relationships with internal colleagues across divisions and responsibilities
• Effectively use communication channels for proper coordination within the office and other locations
• Portray a positive image of the company and self when interacting with customers and colleagues.

• 2 plus years grain trading experience
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, supply chain management
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks to meet specific deadlines.
• High performer with initiative to learn other responsibilities. Be a team player.
• Effective oral and written communication

Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• 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).

Additional benefits include:

• 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.

* Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt…