Senior Merchandiser (Grain & Feed Ingredients)

Our client is hiring a Senior Merchandiser (Grain & Feed Ingredients) to manage grain merchandising and feed ingredient trading, sales execution, and position oversight within the region. This role requires strong commercial instincts, operational awareness, and the ability to manage logistics and work with facility teams.ResponsibilitiesManage grain & ingredient purchases and sales while maintaining accurate daily positionsDevelop and maintain relationships with suppliers, feed mills, livestock operations, and transportation partnersSupport commercial leadership with pricing direction, exposure management, and market analysisIdentify new sourcing opportunities that improve supply coverage or valueNegotiate competitive purchase and sales - ensure proper contract documentationCoordinate shipments with internal teams to ensure timely and efficient deliveriesAssist in reducing shrink, limiting demurrage, and improving freight and facility performanceUphold credit standards and assist with customer account follow-up as neededQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Agribusiness, Animal Science, Economics, or a related field preferredExperience in feed ingredient trading or grain merchandisingUnderstanding of animal nutrition ingredients and basic commodity risk managementEffective communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environmentComfort with merchandising systems, spreadsheets, and contract workflowsHigh attention to detail and a collaborative mindsetAbility to work on-site in Amarillo, TX