Sr Ingredient Trader (Omaha, NE)

Nebraska Ag Connection; Omaha, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

Bunge in Omaha seeks an experienced commodity merchandiser to manage day-to-day trading of feed ingredient markets, drive profitability, and deploy risk capital within approved limits. The role collaborates across risk, operations, and finance to optimize performance and strengthen customer partnerships.

The candidate will lead strategy, monitor market trends, and oversee logistics, while mentoring a junior merchant and expanding Bunge’s footprint in the feed ingredient sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness, Economics, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 5+ years in commodity merchandising with feed ingredients.
• Proven P&L management and profitability driving.
• Experience managing trading positions within VAR and limits.
• Strong knowledge of commodity markets and risk practices.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship skills.
• Proficient in commodity trading software and market tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day merchandising of a specific commodity market or markets.
• Execute merchandising strategies to grow market share and optimize profitability.
• Deploy risk capital within approved limits, adhering to VAR and position limits.
• Execute risk management strategies to protect the business from market volatility.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and economic indicators to inform decisions.
• Align goals with corporate objectives, focusing on growth and operational excellence.
• Manage the financial performance of their activity, ensuring profitability and budget adherence.
• Analyze P&L statements, identifying areas for cost optimization and revenue growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and industry stakeholders.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and supply agreements to secure competitive advantages.
• Collaborate with customers to identify needs and provide tailored commodity solutions.
• Provide guidance on market analysis, trading strategies, and negotiation techniques.
• Oversee supply chain and logistics for assigned commodities to ensure efficient delivery.
• Operate in compliance with company policies, risk governance, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with risk management, operations, and finance to streamline processes.
• Identify new market opportunities and expand the company’s footprint in the feed ingredient industry.
• Promote innovation in product offerings and renewable options.
• Represent the company at industry events to build brand and partnerships.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a junior merchant, fostering a high-performance culture.

Skills

Commodity merchandising

P&L management

Risk management

Negotiation

Market analysis

Customer relationships

Education

Bachelors in Agribusiness

Tools

Trading software

Market analysis tools

Job description

City : Omaha State : Nebraska (US-NE) Country : United States (US) Requisition Number: 46298

A Day in the Life:

This position will be responsible for conducting commercial and trading activities associated with feed ingredient commodities (wheat midds, corn products, renewables, canola products and cottonseeds).

What You'll Be Doing:

• Manage the day-to-day merchandising of a specific commodity market or markets.
• Execute merchandising strategies to grow market share and optimize profitability within the feed ingredient commodity sector.
• Deploy risk capital within approved limits, adhering to Value-at-Risk (VAR) and position limits.
• Execute risk management strategies to protect the business from market volatility. Ensure trading decisions align with corporate risk appetite and governance standards.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and economic indicators to inform strategic decisions.
• Align individual goals with corporate objectives, focusing on growth, sustainability, and operational excellence.
• Manage the financial performance of their activity, ensuring profitability and budget adherence.
• Analyze P&L statements, identifying areas for cost optimization and revenue growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, suppliers, and industry stakeholders.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and supply agreements to secure competitive advantages.
• Collaborate with customers to identify their needs and provide tailored commodity solutions.
• Provide guidance on market analysis, trading strategies, and negotiation techniques.
• Oversee the supply chain and logistics for assigned commodities to ensure efficient delivery and inventory management.
• Operate in strict compliance with all company policies, risk governance frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal departments, including risk management, operations, and finance, to streamline processes.
• Identify new market opportunities and expand the company’s footprint in the feed ingredient industry.
• Promote innovation in product offerings and explore renewable and sustainable options.
• Representing the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows to build brand recognition and partnerships.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a junior merchant, fostering a high-performance culture.

Skills/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness, Economics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in commodity merchandising, with a focus on feed ingredients.
• Proven experience managing a P&L and driving profitability.
• Demonstrated ability to manage trading positions within VAR and position limits, with strong understanding of risk capital deployment.
• Strong knowledge of commodity markets, trading strategies, and risk management practices.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in commodity trading software and market analysis tools.

Bunge offers a variety of benefits including health and wellness plans, retirement contribution and paid vacation/holidays.

At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of 34,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they’re grown to where they’re needed in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn more at Bunge.com.

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If this sounds like you, join us! We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day people who are #ProudtoBeBunge