Trader - Lincoln, NE

Company: Archer Daniels Midland
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Trader – Lincoln, NE ADM Processing This is a full time, exempt position Position Summary: This is an intermediate merchandising position which is part of the commercial processing team in Lincoln, NE. This role’s primary focus will be for Lincoln and Fremont crush merchandising activities. You will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with customers as well as colleagues from other ADM Processing plants, the handling of logistics, accounting, execution and other customer related issues. As an intermediate member of the merchandising team, you are required to have a higher level of critical thinking, market knowledge and employee development than an entry-level position. Key skills & competencies: Analytical Thinking Impact & Influence Achievement Orientation Information Seeking Strong Interpersonal Skills Description of work performed: Builds & maintains positive relationships with accounts that bring defined value with a specific emphasis on truck meal accounts, fiber trading and commercial bean origination. Seeks out new business that would profitably enhance ADM company assets Understands customer requirements and strives to meet them to differentiate ourselves from competition Leads and develops a logistics strategy on inbound/outbound truck movement Maintains a clear customer account list and provides detailed background information in files Handles all accounting related issues in a timely manner to ensure good customer service Works to make quick decisions in a fast market while accepting the responsibility to defend them logically Develops a keen understanding of local, national, & world markets & trends Purposefully makes outbound phone calls to deliver and receive timely market information Price discovery and bid/offer maintenance to improve risk management and pricing Understanding of margin calculations & their effect on commodity pricing; Ensures the most cost-efficient transportation and logistics Understands the value of ADM owned transportation (i.e. barges, trucks and railcars) Develops a good working knowledge of freight spreads and competitor activities Develops a keen understanding and working knowledge of ADM information technology systems Understands and has strict adherence to corporate compliance policies & safety systems & programs Ensures that individual goals are aligned with company goals Constantly works on individual personal development within the company Develops good understanding of local plant operations Works to attain positive, collaborative relationships with internal colleagues across divisions & responsibilities Effectively use communication channels for accurate coordination within the office & other locations Portrays a positive image of the company and self when interacting with customers & colleagues Prepares and submits daily & ad hoc reports Helps in the development & training of new employees Knowledge & Skills: University degree in agriculture or business (i.e. economics, finance, accounting) and 1 years’ experience in commodity trading. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered. Ability to excel within high-risk fast-paced work environment. Assess risk and exercise sound judgment in making decisions. Negotiation and social skills. Ability to work in a team environment. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with both internal & external customers. Computer proficient, with demonstrated ability in the use of spreadsheet, database, and word processing software. Applications within a windows based operating environment. Individual must be committed to corporate ethics policies & safety programs. Is willing to work outside normal business hours including weekends Before applying for an exempt, non-exempt or hourly job opportunity, you are expected to initiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor. * If you’ve been in your current position for more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required. * If you’ve been in your current position for less than 18 months, verbal supervisor approval is required. ?Hiring Manager- James Tobin ? Recruiter- John Wagner About ADM At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

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