Farm Trader

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

Job summary

A leading UK specialist in seed and grain is seeking a driven Farm Trader to manage grain purchasing and expand relationships with farmers. This role focuses on building a strong network while negotiating contracts and providing on-farm support. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of related experience and a solid understanding of the UK seed and grain markets. Offering competitive salary, family-friendly hours, and flexible employment options, this is an opportunity for growth within a family-run business.

Benefits

Competitive industry salary

Generous holiday allowance

Family-friendly hours

Flexible working considered

Qualifications

• 2+ years in ag sales, grain buying, or farm trading.
• Strong understanding of UK seed and grain markets.
• Personable, proactive, and commercially sharp.

Responsibilities

• Expand grain and specialist crop contracts in the region.
• Build long-term grower relationships.
• Identify business opportunities and provide market insights.
• Negotiate prices, contract terms, and forward agreements.
• Provide expert on-farm support.

Skills

Ag sales experience

Grain buying knowledge

Relationship building

Commercial acumen

Creative thinking

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.
• Think creatively and bring an entrepreneurial edge.

What's on offer :

• Competitive industry salary + strong package
• Generous holiday allowance (plus Christmas shutdown)
• Family-friendly hours
• Full-time or part-time considered

For more information, please get in touch with

or give me a call on 01780 480530. Or apply below.