Corn Trader

Ag 1 Source; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ag 1 Source is seeking a motivated Corn Trader to identify market opportunities and trade corn and related commodities in a defined territory. You will build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and industry partners while monitoring market trends and pricing factors to maximize margins.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2-4 years of commodity trading experience, with a focus on grain markets, logistics, and risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Business, Economics, Finance, or related field.
• 2-4 years of commodity trading experience, preferably in grain/agricultural markets.
• Strong understanding of commodity trading principles, including futures and cash markets.
• Knowledge of grain merchandising, freight markets, and commodity flow logistics.
• Proven ability to identify and act on market opportunities while managing risk.
• Excellent relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated success managing customer relationships and delivering exceptional service.

Responsibilities

• Profitably trading corn and other assigned commodities within a designated geographic territory.
• Identifying and capitalizing on market opportunities to maximize trading margins.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and industry partners.
• Monitoring market trends, supply and demand factors, and pricing influences that impact commodity movement.
• Managing transportation logistics to ensure efficient and cost-effective commodity movement.
• Communicating market intelligence and trading activity to internal stakeholders and leadership.
• Maintaining compliance with all trading regulations, company policies, and established position limits.
• Protecting and enhancing the organization’s reputation through ethical and professional business practices.

Skills

Commodity trading

Relationship building

Negotiation

Market analysis

Risk management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Business, Economics, Finance, or related field

Job description

Corn Trader

Build Relationships. Drive Markets. Create Opportunity.

If you're passionate about agriculture, thrive in fast-paced market environments, and enjoy building meaningful business relationships, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact. We are seeking a motivated and strategic Corn Trader who can identify market opportunities, develop strong customer and supplier partnerships, and drive profitable trading activities within an assigned territory. This role offers the chance to combine market expertise, relationship management, and commercial decision-making in a dynamic and rewarding industry.

What's in it for you

• Opportunity to play a key role in a growing and dynamic agricultural trading business.


• Competitive compensation with performance-driven earning potential.


• Ability to directly influence profitability and business growth.


• Collaborative team environment focused on safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.


• Exposure to domestic and international commodity markets.


• Professional development opportunities within a respected agricultural organization.


• The chance to build long-term relationships across the agricultural supply chain.

This role will be responsible for

• Profitably trading corn and other assigned commodities within a designated geographic territory.


• Identifying and capitalizing on market opportunities to maximize trading margins.


• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and industry partners.


• Monitoring market trends, supply and demand factors, and pricing influences that impact commodity movement.


• Managing transportation logistics to ensure efficient and cost-effective commodity movement.


• Communicating market intelligence and trading activity to internal stakeholders and leadership.


• Maintaining compliance with all trading regulations, company policies, and established position limits.


• Protecting and enhancing the organization’s reputation through ethical and professional business practices.

Expectations will include

• Demonstrating a strong commitment to workplace safety and supporting a positive safety culture.


• Staying informed on futures markets, cash markets, grain flows, freight dynamics, and other key market drivers.


• Accurately reporting positions, trading activity, and financial results through established systems and processes.


• Collaborating effectively with internal teams to ensure successful contract execution and customer satisfaction.


• Supervising and supporting administrative or trading support staff as needed.


• Exercising sound judgment and disciplined risk management in all trading activities.


• Maintaining professionalism, integrity, and responsiveness in all customer and supplier interactions.

A qualified candidate will possess the following

• Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Business, Economics, Finance, or a related field.


• 2-4 years of commodity trading experience, preferably within grain or agricultural markets.


• Strong understanding of commodity trading principles, including futures and cash markets.


• Knowledge of grain merchandising, freight markets, and commodity flow logistics.


• Proven ability to identify and act on market opportunities while managing risk effectively.


• Excellent relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills.


• Demonstrated success managing customer relationships and delivering exceptional service.


• Positive attitude with the ability to motivate, influence, and collaborate with both customers and colleagues.


• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities.


• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.

*Candidates must be eligible to work in the US as well as meet the qualifications listed above in order to be considered for the Corn Trader job.