Merchandiser

AGP • Omaha, NE

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Ag Processing Inc. (AGP) is seeking a motivated, analytical candidate 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 and develops relationships with suppliers and customers while building negotiation, problem-solving, and market analysis skills and learning the fundamentals of hedging and commodity trading.

AGP is a cooperatively owned agribusiness that procures, processes, markets, and transports oilseeds, grains, and related products. Founded in 1983, it has grown into one of the world's largest soybean processing cooperatives, with operations including renewable fuels, vegetable oil refining, grain merchandising, and international business. The position includes periodic travel to production facilities and customer locations and representation of the company at plant locations, customer sites, and industry events.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Interest or background in agriculture, farming, grain, soy trading, or soybean products; preferred but not required.

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, with traditional and Roth options.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
• Health savings account and flexible spending accounts.
• Paid time off.
• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

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