Commodity Trader - Various Locations

Archer Daniels Midland • Decatur, IL

7d

About The Position

Commodity Trader Are you ready to launch your career with a global leader that values innovation, collaboration, and growth? As a new graduate, you’ll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge, learn from experienced professionals, and make an immediate impact in a company recognized for excellence. A few highlights about ADM : We have an award-winning early career program! ADM is proud to be a 2025 recipient of Handshake’s Early Career Talent award as well as the Ripplematch Campus Forward Award! ADM was named one of America's Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek. 2025 Innovation Award for ADM’s Regenerative Agriculture Program. U.S. Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces in Manufacturing - Best Companies to Work For in 2025. Position Summary Join ADM as a Commodity Trader and play a vital role in securing supply chains that help sustainably feed the world. You’ll be responsible for procuring grain and oilseeds, marketing finished goods, and contributing to local trading strategies, logistics, customer relationships, and execution excellence.

Requirements

• Pursuing a 4-year degree in business or agriculture
• Willingness to relocate across the U.S. as part of the program.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Minimum GPA of 2.8
• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this role
• Successful completion of a background check is required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze market trends, manage pricing, and optimize local bids/offers.
• Make quick, defensible decisions in a fast-paced market.
• Understand and leverage local freight market dynamics for optimal logistics.
• Deliver exceptional customer experiences to differentiate ADM.
• Build positive relationships with internal teams across divisions.
• Ensure timely, accurate accounting and contract management.
• Communicate ADM's strengths and opportunities to key stakeholders

Benefits

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees