Commodity Merchandising Trainee (2026) at The Andersons

Maumee, Ohio, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Agribusiness, Agriculture, RenewablesIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Agriculture, Business, Finance, Economics, or related major
One year of relevant work experience or internships
Fluent in English, knowledge of second language is a plus
Willingness to travel and flexibility to relocate (required to complete two 6-month rotations within North America based trading locations; relocation assistance provided if requirements are met)
Demonstrate leadership ability and ability to influence others
Self-starter who is highly motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset
Able to work independently and in a team environment
Experience in customer service and able to proactively identify and resolve issues
Comfortable taking appropriate risks
Excellent written and verbal skills and detail-oriented in the areas that require analysis

Responsibilities

Communicate effectively with The Andersons internal and external customers
Gain fundamental understanding of local, national, and global cash grain and grain product marketing, trading, and flows
Aid in evaluating changing crop and market conditions
Assist in managing customer relationships, contracts, logistics, data analytics, and other activities
Execute existing and new contracts and agreements
Buying and selling of commodities
Daily analysis of local, national, and global markets
Transportation and logistics
Price developments
Supply Chain Management
Relationship Building with Customers

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Commodity BuyingCommodity SellingMarket AnalysisRisk ManagementTransportationLogisticsSupply Chain ManagementCustomer Relationship Building

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the educational and experience requirements for the Merchandiser in Training program?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Agriculture, Business, Finance, Economics, or related major, along with one year of relevant work experience or internships.

Is relocation required for this position, and is assistance provided?

Yes, all individuals must complete two 6-month rotations within North America based trading locations, which are determined upon hire, and must be willing to relocate. Relocation assistance is provided if requirements are met.

What does the Merchandiser in Training program involve?

The program provides broad hands-on experience in commodity merchandising, including buying and selling commodities, market analysis, transportation and logistics, price developments, supply chain management, and relationship building with customers.

What is the company culture like at The Andersons?

The Andersons is committed to providing extraordinary service to customers, helping employees improve, supporting communities, and increasing company value, while building mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders. The merchandising team consists of driven, entrepreneurial professionals focused on excellent customer service.

What salary or compensation is offered for this trainee position?

This information is not specified in the job description.