Commodity Trader

Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $/yr

Commodity Merchandiser required to learn Gold Star Feed & Grain business as it pertains to the assigned commodity. Merchandiser will be accountable for price discovery, logistics, procurement, and marketing of assigned grains and/or feed products. Merchandiser will have responsibility for market development and assist in accurate P&L generation.

• Originate and merchandise assigned commodity.
• Arbitrage the market capitalizing on freight and product spreads.
• Coordinate Logistics for products traded via truck and rail.
• Calculate and understand freight variance.
• Transact business within established position limits and company policy.
• Establish price updates to customers.
• Overfills/underfills on grain contracts.
• Assist in identifying and developing new market opportunities.
• Attend industry events to understand market trends and develop customer relationships.
• Coordinate business utilizing established company resources.
• Leverage existing nutritionist knowledge and customer relationships as applicable.
• Drive a culture of safety, accountability, opportunistic curiosity and contributes to creating an environment where people want to work.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in related business, finance, or agriculture required.
• Minimum of 3 years in Agricultural experience related to Merchandising, Sales or Marketing.
• Market Risk knowledge & understanding in the Agriculture Industry.
• Strong knowledge of truck and rail logistics.
• Ability to scope, plan and execute business plans.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related Software.

Frequent sitting, use of computer, communication via telephone;
Ability to navigate an office environment;
Regular and predictable attendance in office or site location.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Sales and Business Development

Dairy Product Manufacturing, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, and Farming

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Disability insurance
• Tuition assistance