Economic Analyst - Decatur, IL

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Job Title: Economic Analyst - Decatur, IL
Location: Decatur, IL, Midwest United States, USA

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

Economic Analyst - Decatur, IL

This is a full time, exempt position

Main Function:

This position conducts research and analysis on North American commodity markets directly supporting the North America Carb Solutions, Ag Services and Oilseeds teams and various global ADM business units. The analyst will be expected to reach an expert level of knowledge regarding commodities in the Americas. The work will not only focus on the crop commodity but will also include in-depth analysis of meal and oil. The individual will be able to find, analyze and communicate implications of both market and non-market factors on oilseeds from international energy and agricultural markets, global economic data, trends and market conditions.

This role organizes, analyzes and communicates results in support of the company's trading, commercial, finance and other teams. The analyst will also be tasked with effectively communicating ADM's outlook to external audiences. This role may be expanded to include other responsibilities based on the overall development of the global economics team.

The position is based in Decatur, IL and will report to the Vice President of Economic Research.

Description of Work Performed:

Regular written and oral updates on American and global markets, forecasts and special reports on topical issues
Work with the team to integrate data and market updates into evolving data management and presentation system(s)
Provide support to various colleagues to include making presentations, assisting with presentation preparation, data support, analytical reviews and other support, as needed
Assist the team with continuous best practice improvement

Knowledge & Skills:

A bachelor's degree in economics, international business or related subject; Master's degree preferred
Knowledge of global agricultural markets
Ability to work with and analyze multivariable models and to think globally
Working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint and Access along with basic statistical methods
Effective communicator (written and verbal) with the ability to tailor messages based on diverse audiences
Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues at all levels of the organization as well as within external organizations
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines

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.

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Job Post Date: 07/02/26