Commodity Trading Associate -2027

cargill • Rosser, MB

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is in Cargill's Ag & Trading enterprise, where they connect producers and users of grains and oilseeds around the globe through origination, trading, processing, and distribution. They also offer a range of farmer services and risk management solutions. As a Commodity Trading Associate, you will be part of a fast-paced environment, tackling real-world challenges while trading agricultural commodities such as grain, oilseeds/oilseed products, feed and processing by-products. Cargill looks for people who are comfortable taking and managing risk, and motivated and driven to succeed.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited program, graduating between December 2026 and May 2027
• Successfully completed, currently enrolled, or planning to complete before graduating either a micro or macro introductory college-level economics course
• Strong communication skills – written and oral
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds
• Ability to contribute, both as part of a team and individual
• Must be legally entitled to work for Cargill in Canada

Nice To Haves

• Currently pursuing a degree from an accredited program with a major or emphasis in Business, Economics or Agricultural Economics graduating between December 2026 and May 2027
• Geographically flexible and willing to relocate to Western Canada (Winnipeg, MB)

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain customer relationships with country elevators, producers, feed mills, and processors
• Analyze supply and demand, survey market conditions, and other economic forces in order to maintain and grow Cargill's position in the market place
• Initiate, negotiate and agree on terms of commodity purchase/sale contracts, such as price, quality, quantity, transportation, timing and payment
• Coordinate transportation and logistics to execute commodity contracts
• Ensure detailed and accurate follow-up, execution, and closure of all contracts
• Provide timely and effective communication and interaction with other teams such as sales, transportation and logistics, quality assurance, plant personnel, engineers and accountants
• Make occasional plant and crop survey trips to visit with suppliers and internal and external customers
• Complete and collaborate on other projects and assignments as needed

Benefits

• Paid holidays and floating holidays
• Paid time off
• Supplementary health, dental, disability and life benefits package
• Competitive retirement plans and registration assistance
• Mental Health and Wellbeing program
• Digital Learning Library
• Access to volunteer and community outreach opportunities and paid time off to participate in volunteer activities
• Tuition reimbursement benefits are offered to those who wish to continue their education in their career field
• Relocation benefits are offered to those who qualify (based on mileage)

What This Job Offers

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