Trading Manager
Des Moines, IA
ADM Oilseed Processing
This is a full time, exempt position

Position Summary:
This intermediate-level merchandising role is part of the Commercial Corn Processing team based in Des Moines, IA. The primary responsibility is overseeing Clinton corn processing procurement and risk, along with performing key merchandising functions. This position involves developing and maintaining strong relationships with customers and collaborating with colleagues across other ADM facilities and roles. Additional responsibilities include managing logistics, coordinating with accounting and execution teams, and addressing customer-related issues. As a mid-level member of the merchandising team, this role demands advanced critical thinking, a solid understanding of market dynamics, and the ability to contribute to employee development—beyond the expectations of an entry-level position.

Key skills & competencies:Analytical ThinkingImpact & InfluenceGoal orientedInformation SeekingStrong Interpersonal SkillsDealing with FailureInnovationEntrepreneurial MindsetDescription of work performed:Builds & maintains positive relationships with accounts that bring defined valueSeeks out new business that would profitably enhance ADM company assetsUnderstands customer requirements and strives to meet them to differentiate ourselves from competitionLeads and develops a logistics strategy on inbound/outbound rail movementMaintains a clear customer account list and provides detailed background information in filesHandles all accounting related issues in a timely manner to ensure good customer serviceWorks to make quick decisions in a fast market while accepting the responsibility to defend them logicallyDevelops a keen understanding of local, national, & world markets & trendsPurposefully makes outbound phone calls to deliver and receive timely market informationPrice discovery and bid/offer maintenance to improve risk management and pricingUnderstanding of margin calculations & their effect on commodity pricing; Ensures the most cost-efficient transportation and logisticsUnderstands the value of ADM owned transportation (i.e. barges, trucks and railcars)Develops a good working knowledge of freight spreads and competitor activitiesDevelops a keen understanding and working knowledge of ADM information technology systemsUnderstands and has strict adherence to corporate compliance policies & safety systems & programsEnsures that individual goals are aligned with company goalsConstantly works on individual personal development within the companyDevelops good understanding of local plant operationsWorks to attain positive, collaborative relationships with internal colleagues across divisions & responsibilitiesEffectively use communication channels for accurate coordination within the office & other locationsPortrays a positive image of the company and self when interacting with customers & colleaguesPrepares and submits daily & ad hoc reportsHelps in the development & training of new employeesKnowledge & Skills:University degree in agriculture or business (i.e. economics, finance, accounting) and a minimum of 4 years experience in commodity trading. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.Ability to excel within high-risk fast-paced work environment.Assess risk and exercise sound judgment in making decisions.Negotiation and social skills.Ability to work in a team environment.Develop and maintain effective working relationships with both internal & external customers.Computer proficient, with demonstrated ability in the use of spreadsheet, database, and word processing software. Applications within a windows based operating environment.Individual must be committed to corporate ethics policies & safety programs.Is willing to work outside normal business hours including weekendsExcited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. 

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