JM Smucker Company

Senior Manager, Green Coffee Trading

JM Smucker Company • $110K — $130K *
Orrville, OH 44667In-Person
Food & Beverages
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as business or supply chain.
  • 7+ years of experience in commodity trading, sourcing, or procurement.
  • Proven track record managing complex supplier portfolios in a global context.
  • Ability to analyze and translate market data into strategic business decisions.
  • Experience in leading, coaching, and developing team members.
  • Strong skills in negotiation and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

  • Lead trading and sourcing strategy for a diverse green coffee portfolio.
  • Develop and execute strategies to enhance supplier resilience and long-term value.
  • Monitor and analyze market dynamics to inform strategic decisions.
  • Oversee supplier selection and contractual negotiations for optimal performance.
  • Provide comprehensive market insights to support business planning.
  • Build relationships with key stakeholders in the coffee supply chain.
  • Advance opportunities for origin development and supply chain continuity.
  • Collaborate with various internal teams to align supply and financial goals.
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives focused on cost savings and quality improvement.
  • Develop standard processes and performance measures for enhanced decision-making.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement with required onsite days per month.
  • Opportunity for domestic and international travel.
  • Professional development and leadership opportunities.
  • Access to a diverse global coffee portfolio.
  • Engagement in sustainability initiatives within the coffee supply chain.
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity as the Senior Manager, Green Coffee Trading

As a critical commercial and supply leadership role within the Green Coffee organization, you will be shaping and executing trading, sourcing, supplier, and origin strategies for a complex global coffee portfolio. This position combines commodity market expertise, disciplined risk management, supplier and origin leadership, and cross-functional execution to strengthen supply assurance, cost competitiveness, quality performance, and long-term business continuity. The Senior Manager will assist in developing trading talent, translate volatile market conditions into practical business decisions, and help align decision rights across the physical coffee system to improve execution speed, manage trade-offs deliberately, and drive stronger financial outcomes for the enterprise.

Location: Orrville, Corporate Offices

Work Arrangements: Hybrid - onsite a minimum of 9 days a month, primarily during core weeks as determined by the Company; additional onsite presence and domestic or international travel may be required based on business needs.

In this role you will:

  • Lead trading and sourcing strategy for assigned green coffee materials, origins, suppliers, and commercial portfolios, balancing cost, risk, quality, service, and continuity objectives.


  • Develop and execute origin, supplier, and portfolio strategies that strengthen supply resilience, improve competitiveness, and create sustainable long-term value.


  • Monitor commodity markets, differentials, currencies, crop conditions, export flows, logistics, regulation, supplier dynamics, and emerging risks; translate these inputs into clear recommendations and actions.


  • Lead commercial execution including supplier selection, negotiations, contracting, position management, exposure awareness, performance management, issue resolution, and escalation within established governance and approval authorities.


  • Provide leadership-ready market perspectives, sourcing recommendations, risk assessments, scenarios, and trade-off decisions that support business planning and financial outcomes.


  • Build and maintain relationships with cooperatives, exporters, importers, dealers, brokers, and other strategic partners across key coffee origins.


  • Identify and advance origin development, supplier capability, diversification, and business continuity opportunities, including contingency plans for market, quality, logistics, regulatory, or geopolitical disruption.


  • Partner with Planning, Execution, Operations, Quality, Research and Development, Sustainability, Finance, Procurement, Commercial, Legal, and Risk teams to align demand, supply, inventory, quality, and financial objectives.


  • Lead cross-functional initiatives involving supply assurance, cost savings, working capital, quality resolution, innovation, compliance, supplier development, and process improvement.


  • Lead, coach, and develop Green Coffee trading talent; establish clear accountabilities, create intentional role overlap, and strengthen succession readiness and organizational depth.


  • Create standard work, documentation, market intelligence routines, governance, and performance measures that improve decision quality, execution discipline, and continuity across the Green Coffee organization.


  • Demonstrate integrity, sound judgment, proactive risk management, and an enterprise mindset while operating in a highly volatile global commodity environment.


What we are looking for:

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, finance, economics, agriculture, food science, or a related field.


  • At least 7 years of progressive experience in commodity trading, commodity purchasing, strategic sourcing, procurement, supply chain, finance, or a related commercial discipline.


  • Experience leading complex supplier portfolios, negotiations, sourcing decisions, and cross-functional initiatives in a global supply environment.


  • Demonstrated ability to interpret commodity market, financial, supply, quality, regulatory, logistics, and operational inputs and convert them into sound business decisions.


  • Experience leading, coaching, or developing others, with the ability to set clear expectations and build organizational capability.


  • Strong communication, analytical, negotiation, stakeholder management, and execution skills.


  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally as business needs require.


Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role:

  • Deep coffee industry knowledge, including experience with green coffee origins, suppliers, physical trading, quality considerations, and global logistics.


  • Prior consumer packaged goods or food and beverage experience.


  • Experience with commodity risk management, budgeting, forecasting, scenario analysis, and executive-level decision support.


  • Master of Business Administration or an advanced degree in business, supply chain, finance, economics, sustainability, food science, agriculture, or a quantitative field.


  • Experience building supplier capability, origin strategies, business continuity plans, and cross-functional operating processes.


  • Ability to influence outcomes across functions and external partners without relying solely on direct authority.


  • Comfort operating with urgency and discipline while navigating ambiguity, market volatility, and competing business priorities.


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About JM Smucker Company

J.M. Smucker Company manufactures and supplies spreads, warm beverages, sweeteners, condiments, decorating syrups, and milk products.

JM Smucker Company Careers

There has never been a more exciting time to explore the job opportunities at JM Smucker Company, a leader in the food industry known for its strong values and commitment to quality. As we continue to grow, we invite you to join our team of professionals, where innovation and leadership thrive. Work You’ll Do Join JM Smucker Company’s dynamic team to help drive growth and innovation in one of the most respected companies in the food sector. At JM Smucker, we are dedicated to transforming our business while upholding our unique culture of integrity and responsibility. Lead in a Unique Market Position At JM Smucker Company, you will find yourself at the crossroads of consumer needs and cutting-edge solutions. With a focus on diversity and professional development, we empower our employees to lead and innovate within the industry. Engage with a Skilled Team of Professionals Collaborate with over 7,000 dedicated employees who bring their skills and passion to our teams every day. At JM Smucker, we believe in nurturing talent through comprehensive training and development programs, ensuring that every team member can achieve their career goals. Introducing the JM Smucker Leadership and Innovation Initiative We are committed to fostering leadership and innovation across all levels of our company. This initiative is designed to support our employees in mastering their professional journey through continuous learning and leadership opportunities. Do Innovative Work Be part of a company that is as committed to innovation as it is to producing high-quality products. At JM Smucker Company, you will work on projects that challenge the status quo and push the boundaries of what is possible in the food industry. Be Part of a Great Team Experience a culture that values teamwork, leadership, and diversity. Our teams are made up of individuals from various backgrounds, working together to achieve common goals and drive success in the industry. Future-Proof Your Career With JM Smucker Company, your career is in good hands. We offer a variety of job opportunities, from internships to full-time positions, each accompanied by competitive benefits and the chance for growth. Whether you are just starting out or looking to advance your career, JM Smucker provides the resources and support to help you succeed. Explore Discover how our commitment to innovation leads to superior products and services: [Explore Our Innovations] Read more about how our teams are pioneering new techniques and flavors in the food industry. The JM Smucker Company Difference Our commitment to quality, innovation, and diversity sets us apart in the food industry. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are dedicated to their growth and development. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are always looking for passionate, creative, and driven individuals to join our team. [SEARCH JM SMUCKER JOBS] Keep Up to Date Stay informed with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights—all from the people who work here. [READ CAREERS BLOG] Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at JM Smucker Company. [SUBSCRIBE FOR JOB ALERTS]
Learn more about JM Smucker Company
Size
14,000 employees
Market Cap
$16.9 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$955.6 million
Founded
1897
5 Year Trend
+1.6%
Revenue
$8.1 billion
* Ladders Estimates

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