Trading Manager

Archer Daniels Midland Company; Newman; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Physical wellness benefits

Financial wellness programs

Mental and social wellness

Paid vacation time

Education assistance

Training and development resources

Job summary

ADM Oilseeds Processing in Windsor, Ontario seeks an intermediate Trading Manager to lead soy and canola merchandising, drive trading strategies, and manage customer accounts. You will analyze P&L, build client relationships, and oversee logistics and risk controls to support a fast-paced market environment.

The role requires a university degree in agriculture or business and at least three years of commodity trading experience, with strong negotiation and teamwork skills to excel in a high-risk

Qualifications

• University degree in agriculture or business with at least 3 years in commodity trading.
• Strong risk awareness and ability to negotiate effectively.
• Knowledge of domestic/international trade and markets.
• Proven team player with leadership potential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze basic P&L and month-end reports.
• Build and maintain relationships with a wide range of customers.
• Lead pricing and bid/offers to manage risk and margins.
• Coordinate logistics, freight and export-related activities.
• Develop knowledge of ADM information systems and train others.
• Deliver timely market information and communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Impact and Influence

Achievement Orientation

Information Seeking

Business Savvy

Conceptual Thinking

Education

University degree in agriculture or business

Tools

Spreadsheet

Database

Word processing

Job description

Job Description

Trading Manager – Windsor, ON

ADM Oilseeds Processing

Full time, exempt position

About the Position

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, this is an intermediate level position which is part of the merchandising team for the location. The position, acting as part of the team, will be accountable for trading activities with the crush asset – buying soybeans, canola seed, selling soymeal, soy hulls and canola meal. The position is responsible for building and maintaining relationships with accounts, including the handling of logistics, accounting, and other customer related issues. As an intermediate member of the merchandising team, this position requires a higher level of strategic thinking as they will be lead on our trading strategies for both product lines (soy and canola crush).

This is a pivotal role within the Windsor office and, as such, requires a candidate with strong trading acumen, excellent interpersonal and leadership skills and an appetite to learn.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Analytical Thinking
• Impact & Influence
• Achievement Orientation
• Information Seeking
• Business Savvy
• Conceptual Thinking

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare & analyze basic profit & loss and other divisional month end reports
• Strategically seeks out new business that would profitably enhance company assets
• Builds & maintains relationships with a wide range of customers, including premium and volume accounts
• Understands customer requirements in order to collaborate and add value to both companies
• Prepare & present reports to management detailing customer issues and opportunities
• Maintains a clear customer account list and provides detailed background information in files
• Handles all accounting related issues in a timely manner to ensure good customer service
• Attends internal training sessions to learn more advanced merchandising skills and systems
• Ensures the most cost efficient transportation and logistics
• Develops a good working knowledge of freight spreads and competitor activities
• Handles all accounting related issues in a timely manner to ensure good customer service
• Works to make quick decisions in a fast market while accepting the responsibility to defend them logically
• Develops a clear understanding of local, national, world market, and trends
• Aggressively makes outbound phone calls to deliver and receive timely market information
• Actively uses customer database programs to document account activity and acquire marketing trends
• Price discovery and bid/offer maintenance to enhance risk management and pricing
• Understanding of margin calculations & their effect on commodity pricing ensures the most cost efficient transportation and logistics
• Develops a clear understanding and working knowledge of ADM information systems & ability to train others
• Understands and has strict adherence to corporate compliance policies, safety systems, and programs
• Ensures that individual goals are aligned with company goals
• Constantly works on individual and personal development within the company
• Develops good understanding of local plant operations
• Works to attain positive, cooperative relationships with internal colleagues across divisions and responsibilities
• Effectively use communication channels for proper coordination within the office and other locations
• Portrays a positive image of the company and self when interacting with customers and colleagues
• Prepares and submits daily and ad hoc reports
• Helps in the development and training of new employees
• Is willing to work outside normal business hours including weekends with limited travel required throughout the year

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• University degree in agriculture or business (i.e. economics, finance, accounting), supplemented with a minimum of three years of experience in commodity trading.
• Regional experience will be considered an asset.
• Strong working knowledge of futures / spreads / forex will be considered an asset.
• Experience with vessel freight and export markets will be considered an asset.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated capacity to excel within high risk, fast-paced work environment. Proven ability to assess risk and exercise sound judgment in making decisions. Demonstrated negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the domestic and international trade.
• Proven ability to succeed within a team based work environment. This role requires strong collaboration skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with end-users, suppliers, and internal customers.
• Ability to lead and help develop peers.
• Computer competent, with demonstrated ability in the use of spreadsheet, database, and word processing software.
• Individual must be committed to corporate ethics policies and safety programs

The posted salary range is based on the preferred hiring location for this role. If you are interested in being considered for a different location and we move forward with your application, our recruitment team will share the relevant salary range with you during the recruitment process.

Benefits and Perks

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision, life and AD&D, critical illness and travel insurance Wellness reimbursement , and Child Physical Activity Reimbursement.
• Financial wellness – Money Purchase Pension Plan (MPP), Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), short and long term disability, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid vacation time.
• Education assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language learning and mentoring programs.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.