Junior Wheat Trader

Job Description

Your Role

An opportunity has arisen for a Wheat Trader based in Chelmsford, Essex. The position is responsible for executing the day-to-day activity of the function, including position reporting, raw material procurement, assisting in logistics and administration associated with raw material procurement and co-product sales. As a key member of the trading team, having input into the development and execution of the risk management and procurement strategy for the business and in supporting the other functions of the business through the effective communication of the factors influencing our markets.

Your Responsibilities

• Assist in the timely procurement of home grown wheat in accordance with the business strategy.
• Compiling and distributing accurate market information to other members of the trading team to assist in informed market decisions.
• Work with suppliers and mill locations to improve supply chain efficiencies to meet agreed performance targets.
• Work with sales team top provide accurate market and knowledge to assist in the pricing of flour contracts, and look for opportunities to add value to sales and secure margin.
• Develop an understanding and have exposure to the Risk management strategy of the business with particular reference to position reporting.
• Adhering to internal company and corporate regulations and procedures as laid out in the company procedure manual.
• The timely reporting of raw material positions, identifying and reporting to the Trading Director any out of limit positions or risk that is considered to have the potential to materially affect business.
  
  

Your Profile

• Previous trading or commercial experience required 1-3 years.
• Agricultural background preferred.
• Numerate and logical.
• Good communication skills and telephone manner.
• Proficient Level in MS packages eg. Outlook, Word, Excel.
  
  

Your Future Perspective

• Challenging tasks, short decision-making processes and a high level of personal responsibility in a modern work environment with flexible work time models.
• Room for innovative thinking and growth with the possibility to manage your own career path.
• A company culture which promotes continuous learning and diversity. To assist with this all colleagues are able to join our Women’s and Multicultural Employee Resource Groups, and the ADM Pride Employee Network and the Young Professionals Network. As well as the company wide mentorship programme as mentor or mentee.
• Excellent career opportunities in a world leading nutrition company.
• An attractive remuneration including a variety of social benefits like subsidized health & fitness offers.
• ADM is a company where managers and colleagues are encouraged to discuss and enable the flexibility that is needed to meet the demands of work and life.
• Additional benefits and support for maternity and paternity leave.
• ADM are an advocate of having a workforce who are aware of their mental health. In addition to our network of Mental Health First Aiders, all new starters to the business will be enrolled in ‘Mental Health Aware’ training within three months of joining the business.
  
  

Learn more about ADM at www.adm.com and www.4flour.co.uk

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and value diversity at our company to encourage a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge within our business. To assist with this the Company has established a UK Diversity forum to support participation of underrepresented groups in the workplace. If you feel this job is for you, unlock your potential and apply now online informing us about your earliest possible entry date and salary expectation. By applying for this position, you agree to ADM’s privacy notice .

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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.

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