Commodity Merchandiser/Trader

J.D. Heiskell & co.; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

J.D. Heiskell & co. in Overland Park, Kansas, is looking for a Merchandiser/Trader to profitably trade assigned commodities within a defined territorial market. This role emphasizes building strong customer and supplier relationships while adhering to company policies.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a related field and 2-4 years of trading experience, demonstrating a strong understanding of market dynamics and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years commodity trading experience required.
• Proven ability to understand futures and cash markets.
• Positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support safety culture throughout the organization.
• Maximize trade in assigned commodity for superior profits.
• Supervise support staff and ensure contract execution.

Skills

Understanding of commodity markets

Ability to motivate staff

Customer relationship management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Ag Business, Economics, Finance

Job description

Description

At JDH and each of our subsidiaries, we know that agriculture is about more than moving commodities—it’s about connecting people and building relationships that matter. Founded in 1886 and proudly family‑owned for five generations, our deep roots in the industry enable us to manage grains, co‑products, animal feed, and feed ingredients effectively. With an extensive transportation network, we connect supply and demand across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Asia. We are committed to delivering reliability, value, and innovation, while providing a supportive and safe workplace where our team can thrive and grow.

Summary

The Merchandiser/Trader will be able to profitably trade assigned commodities within defined geographical territory. The incumbent must accomplish this while following company policies and procedures, developing and maintaining strong customer and supplier relationships, and managing their profit center in an efficient and professional manner.

Essential Functions

• Lead, support, and help foster safety culture and best practices throughout the organization.
• Maximize trade in his/her commodity within an assigned territory in order to produce superior profits for CSC.
• Maintain knowledge of market factors that produce price movements.
• Communicate important market information and activity to other traders and management.
• Maintain a working knowledge of trading rules and regulations to be followed without exception.
• Successfully operate within the policies, procedures, and position limits established by management, and accurately report all positions and trading results through the established mechanisms.
• Arrange for cost effective and efficient transportation of commodities.
• Maintain CSC’s reputation through careful and honest handling of customer/supplier relations.
• Supervise the support staff and insure proper execution of all contracts.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Ag Business, Economics, Finance, or other related area.
• 2-4 years commodity trading experience required.
• The candidate must have a positive attitude and ability to motivate staff and customers.
• Proven ability to understand commodity markets in general, futures and cash markets.
• Proven ability to understand grain flows, freight markets, and market opportunities.
• Proven ability to professionally manage customer relationships.