Trader - Valdosta, GA

Archer Daniels Midland•Valdosta, GA

About The Position

Trader - Valdosta, GA Main Function : Reporting to the Commercial Manager of Valdosta Oilseed Processing this position will be responsible for the procurement of oilseeds and the marketing of finished goods to achieve optimal financial results. This position will be responsible for building strong internal and external relationships, ensuring strong execution by managing risk in both markets and logistics. This position will prioritize customers, resolve accounting and other customer related issues, have a strong understanding of customer requirements and make aggressive outbound calls to deliver and receive timely market information. As a member of the trading team this position requires a high level of strategic thinking, strong communication skills, attention to detail and the desire to learn and develop new trading skills. The position will require an individual who is committed to our core values and demonstrates those values in their daily work and interactions.

Requirements

BS/BA in Agriculture, Business, or related field of study
2+ years’ experience in cash commodity trading or related field
Strong computer competency in MS Office, IBM, Agris, Market Q and other web based internal applications
Strong work Ethic, positive attitude and professional demeanor required
Desire to develop and initiative to learn other responsibilities
Detail Oriented in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Build and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external suppliers and customers
Work in a dynamic environment and be expected to both learn and contribute
Maintain clear customer account list and provide detailed background information.
Maintain regular contact with accounts
Provide excellent customer service and strive to meet and exceed customer needs finding opportunities to differentiate ourselves from competition
Handle all accounting, logistics and other issues in a timely manner prioritizing customers service
Make quick decisions in a fast market while accepting the responsibility to defend them logically
Develop a clear understanding of local, national and global markets
Seek out new business to enhance ADM company assets
Attend internal training sessions to learn basic merchandising skills and systems
Understand margin calculations & their effect on commodity pricing
Understands the value of ADM Owned transportation (I.e barges, trucks and railcars)
Develop a good working knowledge of freight spreads and competitor activities
Develop a good understanding and working knowledge of ADM IT systems
Understands and has strict adherence to corporate compliance policies and safety programs
Ensures individual goals are aligned with corporate goals
Develop a good understanding of local plant operations
Prioritizes cooperative and transparent relationships with internal partners
Portrays a positive image of the company and self when interacting with customers & colleagues
Helps in the development & training of new employees
Prepare month end accounting documents and perform other month end reporting requirements with a high level of detail
Is willing to work outside of normal business hours including weekends