Senior Commodity Merchandiser - Grain & Feed

Our client is seeking an experienced Commodity Merchandiser to join their team in Lake City, Florida. This position plays a critical role in executing profitable trading strategies, managing freight and logistics operations, and optimizing commodity flows across their network. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in flat price trading, freight merchandising, and soybean meal futures and basis markets.

What You’ll Do

• Day-to-day trading and merchandising activities to maximize margin and manage risk.
• Oversee freight and logistics operations—negotiating rates, coordinating movement, and driving cost efficiencies.
• Trade soybean meal futures and manage basis positions to capitalize on market opportunities.
• Monitor market trends, crop conditions, and demand shifts to guide purchasing and sales strategies.
• Build and maintain relationships with producers, end users, and transportation partners.
• Implement disciplined risk management and hedging strategies to protect against market volatility.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align merchandising initiatives with company forecasts and growth objectives.
• Prepare and interpret reports on trading results, freight costs, and market performance.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contracts, and all applicable industry regulations.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in commodity merchandising, including freight management and flat price trading.
• Proven knowledge of soybean meal futures and basis trading strategies.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret and act on market data.
• Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills across the commodity and logistics sectors.
• Proficiency in hedging and other risk management tools.
• Familiarity with commodity trading systems and market analytics platforms.
• Clear, professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Self-motivated and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.