COMMODITIES MERCHANDISER

KENT WORLDWIDE; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

KENT WORLDWIDE is seeking a Commodities Merchandiser in Muscatine, Iowa, to manage commodity origination and feed ingredient logistics. This role involves building strong relationships with suppliers and addressing market conditions effectively.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Successful applicants will demonstrate a strong analytical ability and proficiency in MS Office tools, contributing to effective decision-making and operational success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a relevant field.
• 2+ years of commodity experience needed.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage commodity origination and logistics.
• Monitor market conditions and supplier performance.
• Execute purchasing activities and hedging orders.

Skills

Commodity management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Business, Supply Chain Management, Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

At KENT WORLDWIDE™, you’re not just taking a job - you’re building something that lasts. As a family-owned company with nearly a century of momentum, we’re focused on supporting a growing world through innovation in food, agriculture, and beyond. Our people drive that impact - bringing curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to doing meaningful work every day.

As a Commodities Merchandiser, you’ll play a key role in managing commodity origination and feed ingredient logistics while gaining exposure to risk management within our commodities team. You’ll build strong, trust-based relationships with suppliers and internal partners, helping deliver cost-effective solutions that support our operations and customers. Ready to grow your career and help shape what’s next at KENT WORLDWIDE?

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage supply base, including sourcing, selecting, and negotiating optimal cost structures, terms, and services
• Monitor market conditions and supplier performance; proactively address pricing, delivery, and risk-related issues
• Ensure proper inventory levels and compliance with product specifications and quality standards
• Execute purchasing activities, including hedging orders, futures balancing, and risk compliance
• Identify and implement cost savings and cost mitigation opportunities through spend analysis and commodity review
• Build, develop, and continuously improve a reliable, high-quality supplier base through audits, improvement events, and quality initiatives
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, feed formulators, and plant managers to optimize cost and delivery outcomes
• Maintain accurate purchasing data, track performance metrics, manage supplier claims, and support reporting on commodities and positions

Education, Experience and/or Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Business, Supply Chain Management, Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
• 2 or more years of commodity experience
• Positive attitude and ability to work with sense of urgency in a fast paced, autonomous environment
• Must be a team player, and understand impact of others on complex business needs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills and ability to think and act independently
• Excellent decision making, people management, and negotiation skills
• Proficiency with MS Office (Access, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)

Travel Expected

• 10% - As needed