Farm Trader

MorePeople; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK specialist in seed and grain is seeking a Farm Trader to expand grain purchasing networks and foster relationships with farmers. This role offers autonomy and requires a proactive individual with over 2 years of experience in ag sales, grain buying, or farm trading. Responsibilities include negotiating contracts, identifying business opportunities, and providing on-farm support. If you thrive in building trust and navigating the UK seed and grain markets, this could be your ideal next step.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in ag sales, grain buying, or farm trading.
• Ability to build strong relationships with farmers.
• Commercial acumen and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Expand grain and specialist crop contracts and purchasing across the region.
• Build long-term grower relationships by identifying business opportunities.
• Negotiate prices, contract terms, and forward agreements.

Skills

Ag sales experience

Understanding of UK seed and grain markets

Personable and proactive attitude

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.<...