Merchandiser

AGP Ag Processing Inc • Omaha, NE

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Ag Processing Inc (AGP) is seeking a motivated, analytical individual for an entry-level, full-time Merchandiser position at its Corporate Office in Omaha, Nebraska. The position provides hands-on training in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, with exposure to commodity merchandising, supply chain management, and risk management in the agriculture industry.

The Merchandiser works with soybeans and finished soybean products while developing relationships with suppliers and customers. The role offers an opportunity to develop negotiation, problem-solving, and market analysis skills while learning the fundamentals of hedging and commodity trading. The position involves periodic travel to production facilities and customer locations, as well as representing AGP at plant locations, customer sites, and industry events.

AGP is a cooperatively owned agribusiness engaged in procuring, processing, marketing, and transporting oilseeds, grains, and related products. Founded in 1983, it has grown into one of the largest soybean processing cooperatives in the world, with operations including renewable fuels, vegetable oil refining, grain merchandising, and international business.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, agriculture, or a related field.
• Strong critical-thinking and decision-making skills.
• Comfortable negotiating and operating in a competitive environment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Interest or background in agriculture, farming, grain, soy trading, or soybean products.

Responsibilities

• Merchandise soybeans and finished soybean products.
• Negotiate transactions with suppliers and end-users.
• Build and maintain strong business relationships with key customers.
• Participate in supply chain coordination and risk management activities.
• Collaborate with internal departments to optimize operations.
• Research, analyze, and interpret market and industry data.
• Represent the company at plant locations, customer sites, and industry events.
• Travel periodically to production facilities and customer locations.

Benefits

• 100% employer-funded pension plan.
• 401(k) with company match and traditional and Roth options.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Health savings account.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid time off.
• Competitive compensation.

What This Job Offers

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