Commodity Trader/Purchaser

COMMODITY GRAIN TRADER & PURCHASER

Grasslands Recruitment Specialists has been engaged to recruit a Commodity Grain Trader & Purchaser for a newly created opportunity to lead the sourcing, contracting, and supply management of grain and feed ingredients within a stable and growing agricultural organization.

Are you experienced in commodity trading, grain procurement, or agricultural merchandising, with a strong understanding of grain markets and price risk management strategies?

Are you an analytical, self-directed professional who can interpret market data, pricing trends, and financial metrics to make informed decisions in fast-paced market environments?

If so, please read on!

WHY CONSIDER THIS ROLE?

This is a newly created role designed to support succession planning and long-term business growth.

It offers the opportunity to play a key part in feed ingredient procurement, market strategy, and supplier relationship management.

You will be joining a stable, well-established agricultural organization with consistent growth and strong industry relationships.

The role provides exposure to high-volume commodity purchasing within a dynamic livestock production region.

It’s an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career with clear potential for advancement.

If this sounds like the right agricultural opportunity for you, apply today!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF THE COMMODITY GRAIN TRADER & PURCHASER

You will be responsible for sourcing and procuring key feed ingredients while actively monitoring commodity markets and executing trades aligned with company objectives. This role combines market analysis, contract negotiation, and risk management through the use of hedging strategies to support cost-effective purchasing decisions. In addition, the individual will build and maintain strong supplier relationships, coordinate logistics to ensure consistent ingredient supply, and collaborate closely with internal teams to align procurement activities with production and nutritional requirements.

AM I A GOOD FIT FOR THIS UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY?

• Proven experience in commodity trading, grain procurement, agricultural merchandising, or a related area
• Strong understanding of grain markets, pricing dynamics, and risk management strategies, including futures, options, and basis
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate contracts and build effective supplier relationships within the agricultural sector
• Analytical capability to interpret market data, trends, and financial metrics to support trading and purchasing decisions
• Post-secondary education in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Business, Economics, or a related field preferred, with equivalent industry experience considered

READY TO MOVE FORWARD?

We understand your time is valuable, so we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this role, please click on 'APPLY' and follow the application process or email your resume to randy@grasslandsgroup.com or erin@grasslandsgroup.com.

Questions can be addressed in confidence to Randy Ritchie at (306) 700-5151 or Erin Stuart at (236) 818-2648.

Individuals who hold Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Canadian Residency need only apply. While we welcome and appreciate your interest in this opportunity, only candidates closely aligned with the ideal profile will be contacted. As per Grasslands Group of Companies’ Privacy Policy, your personal information will be kept in complete confidence. This is a legitimate vacancy for which our client has signed a formal recruitment agreement. Grasslands Recruitment Specialists does not use AI in our hiring or decision-making processes.

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