Commodity Trading Trainee — Global Markets Rotations

andersonsinc; Maumee (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Andersons is a North American leader in agribusiness and renewable fuels. The Commodity Merchandising Trainee (MIT) Program is a 12-month development program with two six-month rotations at North American trading locations, building expertise in commodity marketing, market analysis, logistics, and risk management.

MITs gain hands-on experience alongside seasoned merchandisers, aiming to transition into an entry-level merchandising role within the organization upon completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 1-3 years' relevant internship, agricultural, customer-facing, leadership, or work experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn commodity merchandising terminology, tools, concepts, and systems while applying them in a commercial environment
• Build relationships and communicate effectively with internal and external customers
• Develop a fundamental understanding of local, national, and global commodity markets, trading flows, and supply and demand dynamics
• Analyze market, crop, and economic conditions to identify factors influencing commodity prices and commercial opportunities
• Assist in managing customer relationships, contracts, logistics, and data analysis activities
• Gain experience supporting commodity procurement, marketing, and risk management strategies
• Develop a working knowledge of Agribusiness operations, including merchandising, logistics, accounting, and commercial processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support customer solutions and business objectives
• Apply commercial and market insights to make recommendations and contribute to business decisions

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Relationship building

Entrepreneurial mindset

Opportunity assessment

Willingness to travel/relocate

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture/ related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Andersons is a North American leader in agribusiness and renewable fuels. The Commodity Merchandising Trainee (MIT) Program is a 12-month development program with two six-month rotations at North American trading locations, building expertise in commodity marketing, market analysis, logistics, and risk management.

MITs gain hands-on experience alongside seasoned merchandisers, aiming to transition into an entry-level merchandising role within the organization upon completion.