Assistant Manager - Trader

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Job Title: Assistant Manager - Trader
Location: Gurgaon, International/Other

Company: Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Job Description

Your Responsibilities:

We are looking for a dynamic and result-oriented Vegetable Oil Trader to manage trading activities across

Soyabean Oil, Palm Oil, and Palm Oil By-products in the Indian market. The role involves end-to-end

responsibility for trade execution, market intelligence, risk management, and relationship management

with suppliers and customers.

1. Trading & Execution -

Execute physical trades in Soyabean Oil and Palm Oil (domestic & import).
Handle trading of Palm Oil by-products (PFAD, stearin, etc.).
Negotiate contracts with suppliers, brokers, and customers.
Monitor and manage contract execution, including shipment tracking and documentation.

2. Market Intelligence

Track global and domestic veg oil markets including CBOT, BMD, and local markets.
Analyze price trends, demand-supply dynamics, import/export flows, and policy changes.

3. Risk Management

Manage price risk through hedging strategies (futures/options where applicable).
Monitor exposure limits, MTM, and P&L.

4. Supply Chain Coordination

Work closely with logistics, operations, and refinery teams for smooth execution.
Manage vessel planning, and inventory movement.
Ensure timely delivery and minimize demurrage and logistics costs.

5. Relationship Management

Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders

Your Profile:

Must have MBA in International Business, Agri-Business, Economics, Finance or related field.
2-3 years of relevant experience in commodity trading, edible oils, agri-commodities, or related domains.
Basic understanding of vegetable oil markets including Soyabean Oil, Palm Oil (crude & refined), and related by-products.
Awareness of global and domestic commodity markets, including key price drivers and benchmarks.
Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to interpret market data and trends.
Proficiency in MS Excel
Good communication and coordination skills to work with internal teams and external stakeholders.
High learning agility, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced trading environment.

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Job Post Date: 03/24/26