gpac is currently assisting a client in their search for a Grain Trader who will be responsible for managing grain procurement, merchandising, and sales activities to maximize profitability while maintaining strong relationships with customers.i
The ideal candidate will have a fundamental understanding of grain markets, commodity pricing, and merchandising strategies, along with the ability to identify market opportunities, manage risk, and build long term relationships.
Grain Trader Responsibilities:
- Buy, sell, and merchandise grain
- Develop and execute merchandising strategies to maximize margins
- Analyse market trends and industry developments to identify trading opportunities
- Negotiate grain purchase and sales contracts with producers, elevators, processors, and end users
- Identify opportunities to improve profitability through basis trading, futures positions, and spreads
- Provide timely market information and customer service to support grain sales and procurement activities
- Maintain accurate market data, position reports, and merchandising records
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and reporting related to grain merchandising activities
Grain Trader Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Ag Business, Ag Economics, Finance, or related field
- 1+ years experience in grain merchandising or commodity trading
- Understanding of grain markets, futures contracts, basis trading, and commodity pricing
- Experience negotiating grain purchase and sales contracts
- Strong analytical and mathematical skills
- Ability to make timely decisions