Perdue AgriBusiness is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into its second century of growth and innovation. An international agricultural products and services company, we handle agricultural commodities and have a diverse portfolio of products and businesses.

　　Summary

　　Come join the team at Perdue AgriBusiness! Perdue AgriBusiness (PAB) is one of the two operating divisions of Perdue Farms. Our company portfolio generates over $6.5 billion in sales and we are among the nation’s Top 10-grain companies with a global reach through our domestic and international export operations including organic grains. We also operate four soybean processing facilities, an edible oil refinery and specialty feed ingredients manufacturing. But wait, there’s more………Competitive salaries, flexible benefits plan, Tuition & Education Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, 401(k) Savings Options and so much more!

　　Be a part of a family company you can be proud of! Your journey starts now!

　　We have an exciting opportunity for a Tropical Oils Trader in Salisbury, MD. This position will be responsible for conducting commercial trading activities associated with palm and other vegetable oils.

　　Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

　　With minimal supervision, trade palm oil and vegetable oil blends and maximize the profitability of trading activities

　　Prospect and develop new palm oil customers and visit accounts throughout the year

　　Analyze market information impacting vegetable oil markets including supply and demand reports, stock reports, etc

　　Collaborate with the supply planning team and external stakeholders to ensure the efficient flow of oils to the refinery and ex-tank customers

　　Be aware of accounts receivable issues and assist in collecting money as needed

　　Perform hedging activities to support customer sales. Ensure hedges are done properly, maintain margins, and minimize risks to Perdue

　　Service customers in areas of market information, contract balances, logistics, and accounting issues

　　Stay informed of logistics including tank car utilization, lease car rates, truck and rail freight rates, fuel surcharge and the impact on refined oil margins

　　Interaction, support, and coordination with Operations, Accounting, Soy Processing and Transportation groups

　　Perform ad hoc reporting and other tasks as needed

　　Minimum Education

　　BS Degree (Agriculture, Business, Management)Experience Requirements

　　2 - 4 years of trading/merchandising experience

　　Prior palm oil trading experience is strongly preferred

　　Strong math, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills

　　Working knowledge of cash commodity trading and CBOT

　　Sales knowledge and negotiation skills

　　Strong working knowledge of and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint

　　Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

　　Normal climate-controlled office environment. Able to communicate on the telephone. Able to use standard office equipment. Able to move freely throughout the AgriBusiness facilities including climbing vertical heights (0 - 150'), exposure to extreme temperatures (0-100 Degrees Fahrenheit), humidity, (0 - 100%), noise (50db to 100db), and chemicals (MSDS sheets available). You are required to travel to remote AgriBusiness facilities and customer locations.

　　Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.