Agricultural Commodity Trader/Merchandiser

Career Opportunity

Agricultural Commodity Trader/Merchandiser

Clarence, NY

About Lackawanna Product Corporation (LPC)

For over 35 years, LPC has been marketing and moving commodities worldwide. We are a privately-owned, essential logistics and trading company for commodities and feed ingredient needs. LPC’s highly trained staff focus on quality, service and dedication and they are looking for a new member to join their Clarence team. LPC offers a 40 hour work week, along with competitive pay, benefits and a profit sharing bonus!

Summary

The Agricultural Commodity Trader focuses on business development. Through building customer and vendor relationships, this position will work to expand the purchasing and sales of LPC for agricultural commodities. The person in this role will also be responsible for identifying new markets and product opportunities that will create value for the customers of LPC.

The selected candidate will be required to be familiar with agriculture and farming. They also must be open and willing to learn all aspects of this position during the extensive training program. As an Agricultural Commodity Trader, the individual will require exceptional communication and customer service skills and have a drive to provide excellent service.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and customers
• Obtain market information for business development
• Negotiate purchase and sale terms with customers and suppliers
• Maintain communication with logistics department to ensure all logistics are completed and deadlines are met
• Provide excellent customers service and monitor any active shipments

Skills and Qualifications

• Be familiar with farming and agriculture
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Outstanding people skills with the ability to negotiate
• Ability to problem solve and ensure solutions in a timely manner
• Must be open and willing to learn
• Must be a Current US Resident

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Bonus opportunities
• Profit sharing

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Williamsville, NY 14221: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person