Cotton Fiber Trading Manager - Lubbock, TX

Cotton Fiber Trading Manager - Lubbock, TXLubbock TX - Texas Commodity Trading Cotton Trading Manager: Chattanooga, TN

Will consider Memphis, TN, or Lubbock, TX, also.

This is a full time exempt position

POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the General Manager in Chattanooga, TN the position is accountable for working with the current ADM cotton trading network to develop and implement strategic plans for the cotton fiber origination/trading business for USA. Cotton Trading Manager will be accountable for procurement of cotton bales and marketing domestic and international markets to achieve optimum financial results and support our destination teams. In addition, this position, will be responsible for running risk management in accordance with corporate policy, developing strategies that match with our corporate objectives and executing these strategies utilizing corporate and staff resources as deemed necessary. Cotton Trading Manager will be a resource for global cotton fiber risk and strategy and will work to execute efficiently and timely to meet customer and company needs. We are seeking a Cotton Trading Manager with experience in cotton trading and understanding of the full supply chain.

Key skills & competencies:

• Business Savvy
• Achievement Motivation
• Conceptual Thinking
• Diversity & Inclusion
• Information Seeking
• Organizational Awareness
• Impact & Influence
• Analytical Thinking
• Self-Confidence
• Flexibility
• Persistence
• Innovation

Description of work performed:

• Works with the team to help develop, and implement market development, strategic alignments and objectives for the cotton fiber business.
• Responsible for the fiber origination, strategy and growth in the US market with the help of our destination team to align with customer and company needs.
• Leads and actively participates in all aspects of marketing primarily within regional domestic markets, with the goal of improving Archer Daniels Midland profitability within a dynamic operating environment.
• Interacts with customers and maintains ongoing and regular communications with customers to improve relationships and customer service.
• Knowledgeable in truck, rail, and container freight logistics.
• Maintains ongoing and regular communications with other cotton offices, operations, and clerical staff to ensure market direction and the growth and maintenance of strong business relationships.
• Directs and leads the implementation of marketing strategies such that we achieve or exceed our divisional targets.
• Identifies and analyzes potential key supplier and end-user market opportunities within domestic markets for fiber and directs the strategies such that we profitably penetrate these markets
• Maintains an up to date knowledge of market trends and competitor activities, revising marketing strategies and programs to capitalize on found opportunities
• Represents the fiber trading group on various external meetings, committees and associations in developing and influencing the cotton fiber industry and promoting ADM interests.
• Contributes to an environment which cultivates collaboration and continuous improvement. Tracks progress towards the achievement of business plans and objectives, as outlined, and initiates action as required.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• University degree in agriculture or business (i.e. economics, finance, accounting) supplemented with a minimum of ten (10) years progressively responsible experience in the marketing of commodities and related food, feed and/or fuel products in North America. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• A master's degree is considered to be an asset.
• Validated capacity to excel within high risk, dynamic work environment.
• Shown ability to assess risk and exercise good judgment in making decisions.
• Proven negotiation and social skills. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the domestic & international trade.
• Shown ability to lead effectively within a team based work environment.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with end-users, suppliers, and internal customers.
• Computer competent, with proven ability in the use of spreadsheet, database and word processing software applications within a windows based operating environment

Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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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:

$110,100.00 - $205,200.00The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness - medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness - flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers' compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness - Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
• Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.#IncludingYou

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