Farm Trader

MorePeople; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK agricultural company is looking for a Farm Trader to enhance their grain purchasing network. This role involves expanding contracts, building relationships with farmers, and negotiating prices. Ideal candidates will have over 2 years of experience in ag sales or grain buying, a keen understanding of UK seed and grain markets, and a proactive attitude. If you enjoy autonomy and have a passion for agriculture, this opportunity could be your next career move.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in ag sales, grain buying, or farm trading.
• Understanding of UK seed and grain markets.
• Strong relationship-building skills and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Expand grain and specialist crop contracts and purchasing.
• Build long-term grower relationships and identify business opportunities.
• Negotiate prices, contract terms, and forward agreements.
• Provide expert on-farm support.

Skills

Ag sales experience

Knowledge of UK seed and grain markets

Negotiation skills

Relationship building

Job description

Join a leading UK specialist in seed and grain; a long-established, family-run business known for quality, innovation, and a strong industry presence.

We're looking for a driven Farm Trader to grow our grain purchasing network, secure forward contracts, and build strong partnerships with farmers nationwide as they look to expand their national network of growers and customers. Focused on a varied portfolio, you'll work with organic, cereals, grass, cover crops and more. If you thrive on autonomy, value genuine relationships, and love being out on farm, this could be your next big move.

What you'll be doing:

• Expanding grain and specialist crop contracts and purchasing across your region by increasing contracted area/tonnage.
• Building long-term grower relationships that really count by actively identifying business opportunities.
• Spotting commercial opportunities and feeding market insights back into the team.
• Negotiating prices, contract terms, and forward agreements.
• Providing expert on-farm support with confidence.
• Helping drive business development and future growth.

You'll fit right in if you:

• Have 2+ years in ag sales, grain buying, or farm trading.
• Understand UK seed and grain markets.
• Are personable, proactive, and commercially sharp.
• Build trust easily and enjoy working with farmers.<...