ADM

Fertilizer Trader - Minneapolis, MN

ADM$80K — $120K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Business, Finance, Economics, or Supply Chain Management
  • 3+ years of experience in fertilizer trading or a related role
  • Strong knowledge of the fertilizer market including regulations and key players
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational and time-management abilities
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in teams
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Teams

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a fertilizer import and trading strategy
  • Identify and act on trading opportunities to enhance profitability
  • Lead strategy while collaborating with operations, sales, logistics, and customer support
  • Build and sustain strong relationships within the fertilizer industry
  • Engage in month-end and quarter-end accounting activities
  • Monitor market trends and competitors' activities
  • Prepare reports on trading performance and market insights

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and support for mental wellness
  • Tuition assistance and company-sponsored training resources
  • Generous paid time off including holidays and parental leave
  • Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
Full Job Description
Job Description

Fertilizer Trader - Minneapolis, MN
ADM Fertilizer
This is a full-time, exempt position.

Job Description:
Reporting to the Fertilizer Trade Manager, the qualified individual will contribute to procurement, trading, risk management, and strategy. Collaborating with the other trade fertilizer team leaders on the overall strategy. Focusing on achieving optimum financial results while building strong relationships with suppliers, colleagues, freight providers, and customers. As a key member of the trade team, this position requires strong strategic thinking, market knowledge, and teamwork.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive fertilizer import, trading, and overall strategy.
  • Identify and act on trading opportunities to optimize the ADM Fertilizer supply chain. Including negotiating contracts, pricing, and terms to maximize profitability.
  • Lead strategy while partnering with operations, sales, logistics, and customer support to optimize the product lines.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and stakeholders in the fertilizer industry. Work closely with ADM sales team supporting customer engagement and overall go to market strategy.
  • Participate in month and quarter end accounting activities.
  • Monitor and analyze market trends, supply-demand dynamics, and competitor activities.
  • Prepare regular and ad-hoc reports on trading activities, strategy, market insights and performance metrics to various levels of ADM leadership.
  • Work to attain positive, cooperative relationships with internal colleagues across divisions.
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies.
  • Ability to work outside normal business hours including weekends.
Key Skills & Competencies:
  • Proven experience as a Fertilizer Trader or in a similar role within the agricultural industry, managing positions and leading strategy.
  • Strong knowledge of the fertilizer market, including key players, products, and regulations.
  • Self-motivated, results-oriented, and capable of working independently and in a group.
  • Possess problem-solving skills necessary to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
  • Demonstrated capacity to manage a position, evaluate and manage risk, perform fundamental and technical analysis
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Business, Finance, Economics, Supply Chain Management
  • Proven track record of responsibility growth, including 3+ years fertilizer trading experience is preferred
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as the ability to collaborate within various levels of an organization
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Demonstrated capacity to excel in a fast-paced environment
  • This position requires working at a desk both on a telephone and at a computer for prolonged periods of time, as well as traveling to visit customers in various, geographically diverse conditions.
  • Proficiency in using the Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook and Teams

Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

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Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. 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.
*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

About ADM

Archer Daniels Midland Company offers food ingredients, animal feeds and feed ingredients, biofuels, and other products. ADM transforms natural products into a complete portfolio of ingredients and flavors for foods and beverages, supplements, nutrition for pets and livestock, and more. It was formed in 1902 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

ADM Careers

There has never been a more exciting time to explore the job opportunities at ADM, a global leader in nutrition and agricultural processing. As a company committed to growth, innovation, and sustainability, ADM offers a unique platform for professionals to advance their careers in a dynamic and supportive environment. Work You’ll Do Join ADM’s industry-leading team to help address some of the most pressing challenges of our time, from food production to sustainable energy. At ADM, you can transform industries and foster a healthier future, leveraging our global scale and deep industry expertise. Lead with Innovation and Leadership At ADM, you are positioned to lead at the nexus of agricultural expertise and cutting-edge innovation. Our leadership in the market is driven by our commitment to innovation and diversity, ensuring that we meet global demands sustainably and efficiently. Engage with a Global Team Collaborate with over 33,000 dedicated professionals around the world who are united in their passion for delivering results and making a meaningful impact. ADM’s culture fosters a collaborative and inclusive workplace where diverse ideas lead to extraordinary outcomes. Introducing the ADM Professional Growth Pathways We are dedicated to nurturing the professional growth of our employees through unmatched training, leadership development programs, and diversity training. ADM’s commitment to professional development ensures that your career is future-proof, allowing you to evolve with the industry and our company. Do Meaningful Work Engage in work that matters with a team that values innovation and practical solutions. At ADM, your efforts contribute directly to creating a more secure and sustainable world, from improving global food supply chains to pioneering new bio-solutions. Be Part of a Great Team Experience the power of teamwork at ADM, where our collaborative environment is enhanced by diverse perspectives and a shared commitment to excellence. Our team’s unparalleled capabilities in agribusiness drive our ability to meet the needs of a growing world. Explore Career Opportunities From internships to full-time positions, ADM offers a variety of entry points for individuals at all stages of their careers. Whether you’re refining your skills or ready to lead, find the position that matches your career ambitions at ADM. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players who are ready to make a difference. SEARCH ADM JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay informed with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await you at ADM.
Learn more about ADM
Size
41,000 employees
Market Cap
$52 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.7 billion
Founded
1902
5 Year Trend
+6.5%
Revenue
$64.3 billion
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