JBS USA Hiring For Commodity Trader at Greeley, CO, United States , United States Full Time

Job Description

Purpose and Scope/General Summary: This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, dynamic business that is heavily involved with supplying feedstock to the Renewable Fuels and Agricultural sector. The By-Products Sales role is responsible for the sales of By-Products produced by JBS Packing houses located across the US and Canada. This includes the development, implementation and management of sales and marketing strategies, new business development and relationship building across suppliers and customers. Our primary markets of focus are Renewable and Biofuels, Pet Food, Feed Ingredients, and the Oleo-chemical industry. This role is in office and based at our Corporate Office in Greeley, CO. The role can be tailored to suit the candidate’s skill set and experience.
JBS is the first major company in our sector to set a net-zero target. The commitment spans our global operations, including Pilgrim’s, as well as our diverse value chain of agricultural producer partners, suppliers and customers in our efforts to reduce emissions across the value chain. We have committed to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 throughout our global operations and in partnership with our producers, suppliers and customers.
Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the sales and marketing of Protein Meal, Fats, Oils and Greases
• Manage inventories and execute on forward sales in conjunction with forward production volumes
• Ability to identify arbitrage opportunities across physical commodities traded
• Develop and implement new markets or commodities that complement the existing business
• Manage designated key customers/destinations as a complete package to ensure that the Company’s trading activities exceed the expectations of new and existing buyers and suppliers
• Work with Trading teams to provide accurate market prices and knowledge to assist in the pricing of contracts, and look for opportunities to add value to sales and secure margin
• Ensure the appropriate protection of the Company’s financial interests by conscious and active risk management
• Work with shipping, logistics, rail, finance, and other functions that impact key accounts and relevant commodities
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in trading commodities
• Additional sales, pricing or logistics experience across US, Canada and Mexico desirable
• BS/BA degree or equivalent career experience
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task
• In-depth knowledge of agricultural supply chains and associated markets
• Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook
• As a salaried position with the company, you may be required to travel at some point to other facilities, to attend Company events, or as a representative of the Company in other situations. Unless otherwise specified in this posting, the amount of travel may vary and the most qualified candidate must be willing and able to travel as business needs dictate.

The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:

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  Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
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  Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;
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  401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
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  Base salary range of $75,000 – $120,000; and
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  Incentive Pay: This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program;

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, JBS and Pilgrim’s is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to a candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiencies for the role.
The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. It is a job expectation that all new employees are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Those who have, at minimum, the first of a two-dose vaccine in advance of their first date of employment will be required to receive the second dose within the manufacturers recommend timeframe and submit proof of their final vaccination dose once obtained. If you need assistance in obtaining a vaccine, the Company can help schedule you with one of its healthcare partners following a conditional job offer, if one is made. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.
About us: JBS USA is a leading global provider of diversified, high-quality food products, including a portfolio of well-recognized brands and innovative, easy-to-use food solutions. We process, prepare, package and deliver fresh and value-added premium meat, poultry and retail-ready food products and by-products for customers in approximately 100 countries on six continents. We are also the majority shareholder of Pilgrim’s, the largest poultry company in North America. JBS USA employs more than 100,000 team members, and our corporate office is located in beautiful Greeley, Colorado, where our 1,200 team members onsite enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine a year.

Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.
Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity
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