COMMODITIES MERCHANDISER

The right candidate will be able to comprehend CBOT futures, market factors, carrying costs, basis levels and freight spreads while having the ability to prioritize in an ever-changing environment. In addition to daily responsibilities, customer service is an essential skill for the Commodities Merchandiser as this position is integral in building long-term relationships and providing an unsurpassed experience to our buyers and sellers. SDSP maintains a family oriented, casual work environment where each employee is valued. Employee appreciation is demonstrated through amazing benefits, company sponsored events, career development opportunities and a positive atmosphere.

Primary Responsibilities

- Maintain the highest standard of customer service through a positive friendly attitude ensuring strong business relationships.

- Employ excellent organization and time management skills and effectively prioritize responsibilities.

- High level of detail orientation in documentation, data entry, and communication.

- Work independently with minimal supervision while exercising good judgement, professional conduct and maintaining confidentiality on business matters.

- Analyzing and communicating market conditions that affect pricing and/or availability of commodities.

- Timely coordination of receipts and deliveries to properly manage customer requests/needs.

- Knowledge and ability to interpret contracts for SDSP commodities

- Assist in maintaining plant margins and minimizing risks through an understanding of crush margins, hedging, and market spreads

- Proficiently utilize multiple computer programs to maintain purchases, sales, futures, transportation, freight variances, and daily position reports.

- Managing freight and freight spreads to ensure product moves from origin to destination in a quick, safe, and cost-effective manner.

- Comply with SDSP’s Safe Quality Food (SQF) food safety program and polices.

- Perform duties outside normal responsibilities as needed to support the team and overall organizational goals.

Requirements
Basic Qualifications

- Degree in Agriculture/Business/related field or equivalent experience.

- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and ability to learn new programs.

- Effectively communicate at a professional level.

Work Environment

- This position is primarily indoors in an office environment.

- The Commercial team works in an open pod (connected desks) without walls or dividers.

- Physical requirements include, sitting for long periods, frequently standing and walking.

- Occasional travel for meetings, presentations, etc. along with some rare evening or weekend work