Description The right candidate will be able to comprehend CBOT futures, market factors, carrying costs, basis levels and freight spreads while having the ability to prioritize in an ever-changing environment. In addition to daily responsibilities, customer service is an essential skill for the Commodities Merchandiser as this position is integral in building long-term relationships and providing an unsurpassed experience to our buyers and sellers. SDSP maintains a family oriented, casual work environment where each employee is valued. Employee appreciation is demonstrated through amazing benefits, company sponsored events, career development opportunities and a positive atmosphere.
Primary Responsibilities
- Maintain the highest standard of customer service through a positive friendly attitude ensuring strong business relationships.
- Employ excellent organization and time management skills and effectively prioritize responsibilities.
- High level of detail orientation in documentation, data entry, and communication.
- Work independently with minimal supervision while exercising good judgement, professional conduct and maintaining confidentiality on business matters.
- Analyzing and communicating market conditions that affect pricing and/or availability of commodities.
- Timely coordination of receipts and deliveries to properly manage customer requests/needs.
- Knowledge and ability to interpret contracts for SDSP commodities
- Assist in maintaining plant margins and minimizing risks through an understanding of crush margins, hedging, and market spreads
- Proficiently utilize multiple computer programs to maintain purchases, sales, futures, transportation, freight variances, and daily position reports.
- Managing freight and freight spreads to ensure product moves from origin to destination in a quick, safe, and cost-effective manner.
- Comply with SDSP’s Safe Quality Food (SQF) food safety program and polices.
- Perform duties outside normal responsibilities as needed to support the team and overall organizational goals.
Requirements
Basic Qualifications
- Degree in Agriculture/Business/related field or equivalent experience.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and ability to learn new programs.
- Effectively communicate at a professional level.
Work Environment
- This position is primarily indoors in an office environment.
- The Commercial team works in an open pod (connected desks) without walls or dividers.
- Physical requirements include, sitting for long periods, frequently standing and walking.
- Occasional travel for meetings, presentations, etc. along with some rare evening or weekend work