City : Omaha
State : Nebraska (US-NE)
Country : United States (US)
Requisition Number: 46298
A Day in the Life: This position will be responsible for conducting commercial and trading activities associated with feed ingredient commodities (wheat midds, corn products, renewables, canola products and cottonseeds).
What You'll Be Doing:- Manage the day-to-day merchandising of a specific commodity market or markets.
- Execute merchandising strategies to grow market share and optimize profitability within the feed ingredient commodity sector.
- Deploy risk capital within approved limits, adhering to Value-at-Risk (VAR) and position limits.
- Execute risk management strategies to protect the business from market volatility. Ensure trading decisions align with corporate risk appetite and governance standards.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and economic indicators to inform strategic decisions.
- Align individual goals with corporate objectives, focusing on growth, sustainability, and operational excellence.
- Manage the financial performance of their activity, ensuring profitability and budget adherence.
- Analyze P&L statements, identifying areas for cost optimization and revenue growth.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, suppliers, and industry stakeholders.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and supply agreements to secure competitive advantages.
- Collaborate with customers to identify their needs and provide tailored commodity solutions.
- Provide guidance on market analysis, trading strategies, and negotiation techniques.
- Oversee the supply chain and logistics for assigned commodities to ensure efficient delivery and inventory management.
- Operate in strict compliance with all company policies, risk governance frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with internal departments, including risk management, operations, and finance, to streamline processes.
- Identify new market opportunities and expand the company's footprint in the feed ingredient industry.
- Promote innovation in product offerings and explore renewable and sustainable options.
- Representing the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows to build brand recognition and partnerships.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a junior merchant, fostering a high-performance culture.
Skills/Experience Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in Agribusiness, Economics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in commodity merchandising, with a focus on feed ingredients.
- Proven experience managing a P&L and driving profitability.
- Demonstrated ability to manage trading positions within VAR and position limits, with strong understanding of risk capital deployment.
- Strong knowledge of commodity markets, trading strategies, and risk management practices.
- Exceptional negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
- Proficiency in commodity trading software and market analysis tools.
Bunge offers a variety of benefits including health and wellness plans, retirement contribution and paid vacation/holidays. 
