Trader - Valdosta, GA

Archer Daniels Midland • Valdosta, GA

14h

About The Position

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

Benefits

• In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:
• 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).
• Additional benefits include:
• 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