Commercial Manager (Wichita, KS)

Bunge Limited • Wichita, KS

4h

About The Position

The Commercial Manager is responsible for overseeing commercial origination, trading activities, and business development for a specific location within the grain commodity industry. This role involves leading a team of merchandisers, partnering with Operations Managers to ensure safety and profitability, and driving business growth through strategic planning and customer engagement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 3-5 years of experience in grain origination, commodity trading, or related roles, with a strong track record of leadership.
• Aggressive, self-motivated and able to work under pressure.
• Excellent communications, computer and public relations skills.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Strong problem solving and conceptual thinking capabilities.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Ability to handle multiple concurrent projects.
• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Nice To Haves

• MBA in Marketing, Finance, Ag Business, Ag Economics or Economics is preferred.
• Experience with P&L management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage grain origination and trading activities at the location.
• Execute commercial strategies to meet regional goals for volume, margin, and profitability.
• Manage facility financials, including budgeting, forecasting, new trades, etc.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities for growth and risk mitigation.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of merchandisers, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture, emphasizing accountability and continuous improvement.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide feedback, and identify professional development opportunities for team members.
• Coordinate with location Operations Manager to ensure the safe, efficient, and profitable operation of grain facilities.
• Collaborate on capacity planning, logistics, and inventory management to meet customer and market demands.
• Support the implementation of safety programs and ensure adherence to regulatory and company standards.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, producers, and industry partners.
• Negotiate contracts, develop tailored solutions, and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Identify & pursue new business opportunities to expand the company's market presence/ increase market share.

Benefits

• Health Benefits – Offering choices so you can enroll in medical, dental and vision plans that meet your individual needs.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Family Support – Supporting new and growing families by providing paid parental leave.
• Tuition Reimbursement – after one year of service, eligible for tuition expenses reimbursement of up to $5,250 per year.
• Time Off – Providing generous PTO based on professional work experience

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager