Position Summary

The Merchant position is responsible for market discovery and playing a key role in driving P&L results.ÂThe scope of responsibility could be operating an existing book of business developing a long-term strategic vision for existing market and acting on that vision to build out their book of business.ÂThis position is highly collaborative and shares information internally to optimize efficiency and effectiveness while developing an extraordinary understanding of an existing market.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the buying and selling activities for assigned Dried Distillers Grain commodity
• Develop deeper understanding of supply and demand survey market conditions and analyze other economic forces in order to establish position in the market
• Initiate negotiate and agree on terms of commodity purchase/sale contracts such as price quality quantity transportation timing and payment
• Arrange efficient transportation of commodities both by truck and rail
• Ensure thorough and accurate follow-up execution and closure to all contracts
• Research and identify new customers and/or suppliers as well as develop and maintain regular communication to build and grow current customer relationships
• Analyze commodity markets to identify trading opportunities
• Gain basic understanding of arbitrage macro-environmental factors that impact the supply and demand of commodities and logistics process and decision making

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Intermediate knowledge and experience in own discipline; still acquiring higher level knowledge and skills.
• Solves a range of straightforward problems
• Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures
• Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction

Education & Experience

• Bachelorâs Degree required or the equivalent in work experience preferably in Agriculture Business Finance Economics or related major
• 2-5 yearsâ of experience required in commodity merchandising originations or trading
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software

Physical Requirements and Working Environment

• Prolonged period of sitting at a desk and working at a computer

Benefits

We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Generous paid time off to ensure work-life balance including Accrued Vacation Floating Holidays Sick Time and more.
• 401k with employer matching to support your financial future.
• Medical Dental and Vision insurance plans for your well-being.
• Disability insurance for added protection.
• Life insurance coverage to provide peace of mind.
• Relocation assistance is available if needed.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It does not include all responsibilities and skills required of the job and may be changed at any time. All responsibilities must be completed in compliance with all safety protocols policies procedures and consistent with the spirit and philosophy of The Andersonsâ Statement of Principles.