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Merchandiser II (Wichita, KS)

Ready to level up your game in the exciting world of commodities? If you've got a few years under your belt and a burning desire to become a market master, then roll up your sleeves! We're on the hunt for a Merchandiser II someone who thrives on strategy, relationships, and turning grain into glorious gains!

Merchandiser II: Commodity Commander & Market Architect

Location: Wichita, KS

Are you a seasoned pro who can navigate market fluctuations like a pro surfer catching the perfect wave? Do you excel at building connections and strategizing for maximum profit? If you're ready to take on more responsibility and leave your mark on the grain industry, then it's time to sow your seeds with us!

A Day in the Life of a Commodity Commander

Forget "just another day at the office." Your mornings kick off with a deep dive into global and local market intel, setting the stage for strategic trading decisions. You're the go-to expert for our customers, fielding inquiries with finesse and ensuring every interaction builds trust and exceeds expectations. One minute you're crunching numbers for a low-cost logistics scenario, the next you're on the phone, cultivating strong relationships with farmers and elevator managers. You're not just moving commodities; you're orchestrating their entire journey, from origin to market, optimizing for efficiency and profitability at every turn. Expect a dynamic mix of market analysis, strategic communication, and the satisfaction of seeing your efforts contribute directly to the company's success.

What You'll Be Orchestrating With Us

• Market Sharpshooter: Strategically trade and manage grain and grain products, skillfully employing hedging procedures to ensure our profits bloom like a bumper crop.
• Customer Concierge Extraordinaire: Be the friendly, knowledgeable voice our customers rely on, turning inquiries about bids, contracts, and grades into opportunities to delight and impress.
• Relationship Alchemist: Cultivate and nurture rock-solid relationships with our network of elevators, farmers, livestock producers, and feed mills. You'll be their trusted advisor, consistently smashing commercial goals.
• Information Highway Manager: Act as a vital link in our agricultural communication chain, seamlessly sharing critical market conditions and crop updates between our division and elevator partners timeliness is your superpower!
• Logistical Chess Master: Meticulously analyze scenarios and perform detailed logistics management to ensure our grain moves with peak efficiency and minimal cost. You're a true supply chain wizard!
• Economic Tracker: Help us keep our finger on the pulse of the nation's grain basket, contributing to crucial supply and demand analyses for all the big hitters: corn, beans, wheat, rice, and milo.
• Collaborative Conductor: Work hand-in-hand with our trading floor dynamos, accounting whizzes, and credit pros. Because together, we compose the symphony of success!

Who We're Looking For: Your Advanced Superpowers!

• The Brains & The Brawn: A Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Business, General Business, Finance, or a related field is preferred. Plus, 3-5 years of commercial experience (or an equivalent track record of commodity-crushing success) is what we're looking for!
• The Organizational Guru: Your organizational skills are sharper than a newly tilled field, and you execute programs flawlessly. No scattered seeds on your watch!
• The People Whisperer: Intermediate customer service skills mean you can charm a farmer and explain market nuances with equal grace.
• The Communicator Extraordinaire: You articulate clearly, concisely, and captivatingly whether you're talking shop or typing up a storm.
• The Precision Pro: You're known for being on time and spot-on. We're talking "grain delivery during harvest season" levels of precision!
• The Agile Ace: You thrive in a whirlwind, learning new things faster than corn grows in July, prioritizing like a pro, and juggling tasks with the finesse of a seasoned market maker.
• The Financial Fluent: Intermediate knowledge of accounting principles, market values, pricing, and margin factors is music to our ears. You understand how to make those numbers sing!
• The Market Maven: You know your futures from your options, and the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) isn't just a random acronym to you it's a playground! (Experience highly preferred.)
• The Digital Dynamo: Demonstrated computer skills, including Email, Excel, Microsoft Word, and other technical software packages, are a given because efficiency is key.
• The Deal Closer: Got that sales sparkle and negotiation know-how? We love someone who can turn a "no" into a "yes" (or at least a "maybe next week!").

Ready to cultivate your career and become a pivotal player in the commodity market? If you're passionate, strategic, and ready for a challenge, apply today and let's harvest success together at Bunge!

Benefits:

• Health Benefits Offering choices so you can enroll in medical, dental and vision plans that meet your individual needs.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Family Support Supporting new and growing families by providing paid parental leave.
• Tuition Reimbursement after one year of service, eligible for tuition expenses reimbursement of up to $5,250 per year.
• Time Off Providing generous PTO based on professional work experience