Trader, Commodity Senior

Summary

Responsibilities

• For complex transactions, act as a liaison between CHS and customers to provide market analysis, supply/demand reports, economic analysis.


• Analyze and determine complex trading strategies to optimize opportunities, volume and profit while controlling risk.


• Apply understanding of various commodities, accuracy of trading terms, risk measurement, profit and loss analysis, and futures hedging.


• Coordinate with internal and external customers to grow CHS business in a profitable manner, manage risk, reduce cost and determine the best sourcing options.


• Coordinate with the buyers, finance, logistics and other regions to insure that the trade execution runs smoothly.


• Identify opportunities in which CHS financial strength can be used in strategic alliances, investments, acquisition opportunities with producers, processors, distributors to ensure a smooth execution and supply of commodities to assigned region.


• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.


• Oversee customer service, including provide first point of contact with consumer/user, resolve issues with accounting, transportation, shippers and buyers, and maintain existing customer base.


• Provide various market and economic analysis, supply/demand reports, price strategy development and guidance, and risk management strategies.


• Establish and maintain relationships with key industry leaders, strategic community partners, and be involved with industry associations.


• Manage sales budget and expenses, forecast product supply and demand by account.


• Prepare and conduct sales presentations, negotiate contracts, and proposals.


• Supply Chain Management: manage relationships with internal production and customers; assist with issues such as logistics, quality assurance.


• Perform other responsibities as needed or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• High School diploma or GED
• 4+ years of experience in Supply Chain and Procurement and/or Commodities
• 4+ years of experience in Trading

Additional Qualifications

• In depth understanding of commodity markets and trading


• Excellent analytical and decision making skills


• Ability to adpat to fast changing environment


• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal


• Bachelor's degree preferred in Accounting, Business, Economics, Finance, Statistics, or related field


• Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.

Physical Requirements