Merchandiser Feed Products - Decatur, IL

ADM; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Physical wellness

Financial wellness

Mental and social wellness

Paid time off

Adoption assistance

Tuition assistance

Training resources

Job summary

ADM Milling is seeking a Merchandiser for Feed Products in Decatur, IL. This full-time role reports to the Commercial Manager of Wheat Midds and focuses on merchandising and position management across ADM mills in North America.

The candidate will develop and execute a sales strategy for Wheat Midds, working with internal teams and customers to optimize pricing, logistics, and revenue generation. A Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or business and 3 years in related sales or merchandising are

Qualifications

• 3 years Animal Agriculture Sales Experience or Merchandising Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or business
• Demonstrated negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of domestic trade and freight spreads/arbitrage
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with end-users and internal customers
• Proven ability to work in a team and fast-paced environment
• Proficient with spreadsheets, databases, word processing in Windows

Responsibilities

• Aggressively seek new business to expand customer base for direct Wheat Midds sales
• Execute the sales strategy for multiple wheat mills
• Build and maintain customer relationships
• Price discovery for Wheat Midds and arbitrage opportunities
• Coordinate with Milling and Co-Product Teams and logistics
• Manage accounts receivable and order entry issues
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and safety programs
• Prepare daily and ad hoc reports

Skills

Agriculture Sales

Merchandising

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Domestic trade knowledge

Freight arbitrage

Team collaboration

Fast-paced environment

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or business

Job description

Merchandiser Feed Products - Decatur, IL

Decatur

IL - Illinois

Commodity Trading

Job Description

Merchandiser, Feed Products – Decatur, IL

ADM Milling

This is a Full Time Exempt Position

Main Functions:

Reporting to the Commercial Manager of Wheat Midds, this position will be responsible for the merchandising and position management of Wheat Midds for multiple ADM mills in North America. This person will work in a team environment to develop and execute a successful sales strategy for Wheat Midds, working with external and internal customers as well as other divisions within ADM.

Job Responsibilities:

• Aggressively seek new business to increase customer base for direct sales of Wheat Midds
• Ensure successful implementation and execution of the sales strategy for multiple wheat mills
• Build and maintain relationships with a variety of customers
• Price Discovery for Wheat Midds
• Discover and execute on opportunities for arbitrage
• Understand customer requirements to collaborate and add value
• Understand local feed markets to determine strategic pricing opportunities and relay information to the Co-Product Team
• Maintains a clear current and prospective customer account list along with plans for attaining the listed prospective accounts
• Develop a positive working relationship with the Milling and Co-Product Teams
• Develop a good understanding of current plant operations
• Effectively uses communication for proper coordination of sales, logistics, and customer service
• Manage customer issues relating to accounting, order entry, logistics and others
• Manage A/R on sold accounts
• Understands and has strict adherence to corporate compliance polices, safety systems and policies
• Portrays a positive image of the company and self when interacting with customers & colleagues
• Prepare and submit daily & ad hoc reports

Job Requirements:

• 3 years Animal Agriculture Sales Experience or Merchandising Experience
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or business
• Demonstrated negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated Knowledge and understanding of domestic trade
• Demonstrated Knowledge and Understanding of freight spreads and arbitrage.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with end-users, suppliers, and internal customers.
• Proven ability to work within and team environment
• Proven ability to excel in a fast-paced work environment
• Computer competent, ability in the use of spreadsheets, database, word processing, and application within a windows based environment
• Committed to corporate ethic policies and safety program

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

$70,400.00 - $131,200.00

Salaried Incentive Plan

The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus

Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.