COFCO International

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Job description: Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Trading Manager – Wheat to join our U.S. business, with a primary focus on origination, farmer relationships, and domestic market development. Based in the U.S. (preferably Midwest grain belt), the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in sourcing wheat directly from local farmers, cooperatives, and elevators, while building strong commercial partnerships that secure supply for COFCO’s global network. This role requires a strong commercial mindset, deep knowledge of the U.S. wheat market, and the ability to balance origination, trading, and risk management. Key Responsibilities • Origination & Farmer Relations • Build and maintain long-term relationships with farmers, cooperatives, and local grain elevators. • Act as COFCO’s representative in farming communities, providing market insights and developing trust-based partnerships. • Develop and implement origination strategies to secure wheat volumes aligned with COFCO’s global supply requirements. • Trade and monitor FOB U.S ports market • Trading & Market Development • Monitor and analyze wheat market trends, pricing, and supply-demand fundamentals in the U.S. • Execute trades that optimize value, balancing origination and merchandising strategies. • Support the export program by coordinating with logistics, execution, and global trading teams. • Risk Management & Compliance • Manage price risk exposure in collaboration with risk and finance teams. • Ensure trades comply with company policies, risk frameworks, and relevant regulations. • Maintain accurate reporting and data for positions, contracts, and market exposure. • Collaboration & Growth • Partner with COFCO’s global grains trading desks to align U.S. origination with international demand. • Provide regular market intelligence and farmer feedback to global trading, research, and strategy teams. • Contribute to building COFCO’s U.S. origination platform as part of the company’s long-term growth strategy. Qualifications & Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness, Economics, Finance, or related field. • Minimum 5–10 years’ experience in wheat trading, origination, or merchandising within the U.S. grains industry. • Established farmer network and strong relationships with cooperatives and local grain buyers. • Proven track record in origination strategies, execution, and risk management. • Solid understanding of U.S. wheat market fundamentals, logistics, and export flows. • Strong communication and negotiation skills; ability to engage credibly with farmers and commercial partners. • Entrepreneurial, results-driven mindset with the ability to work independently and as part of a global team. What We Offer • Opportunity to join a leading global agri-business with strong growth ambitions in the U.S. grains market. • Direct impact on building COFCO’s farmer origination platform in the U.S. • A dynamic, entrepreneurial work environment with global exposure. • Competitive compensation package, including performance-based incentives.