Commodity Trader: Grain & Logistics Strategist

Nutreco; Friona (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Disability and Life Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

Nutreco, via its Hi-Pro Feeds brand, seeks a Commodity Trader in Comanche, TX or Friona, TX to develop and apply trade skills in purchasing and execution within a defined market while supporting logistics and contracts.

The role emphasizes market analytics, vendor relationships, risk management, and accurate reporting. You’ll work with our commodity group to secure supply and optimize buying and selling decisions across the region.

Qualifications

• Degree in a business-related field or equivalent experience.
• At least two years of merchandising experience.
• Knowledge of grain markets, hedging strategies, and commodity flows.
• Knowledge of agricultural trading standards and procedures.
• Aptitude in accounting and financial practices and procedures.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and utilize trade skills in purchasing and execution.
• Use market analytics, build vendor rapport, buy and sell commodities, provide logistics assistance, and manage contracts.
• Build and maintain vendor relationships on purchasing and logistics teams.
• Analyze market trends and communicate insights, including risk management insights.
• Become proficient in company systems, tools, and reports.
• Secure commodity supply within the assigned region.
• Manage contracts, including reconciling customer balances.

Skills

Merchandising experience

Grain markets

Hedging strategies

Commodity flows

Accounting

Financial practices

Organizational skills

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

Job description

Nutreco, via its Hi-Pro Feeds brand, seeks a Commodity Trader in Comanche, TX or Friona, TX to develop and apply trade skills in purchasing and execution within a defined market while supporting logistics and contracts.

The role emphasizes market analytics, vendor relationships, risk management, and accurate reporting. You’ll work with our commodity group to secure supply and optimize buying and selling decisions across the region.