Job Description

Export Trader - Decatur, IL
This is a full-time, exempt position.

MAIN FUNCTION: This position will work as part of the team which is accountable for executing ADM’s North America corn export program. This team is responsible for developing trading strategies to enhance division and company profits. Responsibilities include but are not limited to managing the origination, logistics, basis trading and position management of ADM’s White Corn program to Latin America in addition to Non-GMO corn program to Japan. Additionally this position will help the team manage yellow corn origination and logistics.

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Risk management
• Business Savvy
• Achievement Motivation
• Conceptual Thinking
• Information Seeking
• Organizational Awareness
• Impact & Influence
• Analytical Thinking
• Self-Confidence
• Flexibility
• Innovation
• Developing Others

OF WORK PERFORMED:

• Analyze and forecast fundamental global white corn market trends and competitor activities, revising marketing strategies and programs to capitalize on identified opportunities.
• Identify opportunities with to works with new suppliers.
• Interact with key customer accounts and maintain ongoing and regular communications with customers to enhance relationships and customer service.
• Work closely with various internal groups, both domestically and internationally, to help maximize the potential of ADM’s vast network.
• Represent the grain division on various external meetings, committees and associations in developing and influencing the industry and promoting ADM interests.
• Create an environment which fosters teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Track progress towards the achievement of business plans and objectives, as outlined, and initiates action as required.
• Prepare and submit regular and ad hoc reports to the regarding achievements, opportunities, and issues.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• University degree in agriculture or business (i.e. economics, finance, accounting) supplemented with a minimum of four (4) years progressively responsible experience in the marketing/trading of commodities.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Foreign language skills and experience are considered and asset.
• Demonstrated capacity to excel within high risk, fast paced work environment.
• Proven ability to assess risk and exercise sound judgment in making decisions.
• Demonstrated negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the domestic & international trade.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with end-users, suppliers, and internal customers.
• Computer competent, with demonstrated ability in the use of spreadsheet, database and word processing software applications within a windows based operating environment.

Before applying for an exempt, non-exempt or hourly job opportunity, you are expected to initiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor. * If you’ve been in your current position for more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required. * If you’ve been in your current position for less than 18 months, verbal supervisor approval is required.
​Hiring Manager-Kurtis Wujek ​
Recruiter-Lauren Shea

City

Decatur

State

IL - Illinois

Location Country

United States

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.

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:

$110,100.00 - $205,200.00

Salaried Incentive Plan

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