Commodity Risk & Trading Manager

First-McNess Company is hiring a full-time Commodity Risk & Trading Manager for our Rockford, IL headquarters location.

Salary Range: $150,000 - $175,000 (compensation will be determined by relevant experience and the interview process)

Pay Type: Salary, paid bi-weekly

Core Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week

Work Setting: Hybrid

Work Location: 1252 Bell Valley Road, Suite 220, Rockford, IL 61108

Benefit Package: We offer a comprehensive benefits program designed to promote health, financial security, and work‑life balance. See our benefits summary below.

Position Summary

Furst-McNess Company is seeking a Commodity Risk & Trading Manager to lead the development and execution of risk management strategies across commodity merchandising and trading activities. This role is responsible for evaluating and managing market, credit, liquidity, and operational risks while supporting profitable business growth. The Commodity Risk & Trading Manager will work closely with commercial, merchandising, finance, and leadership teams to ensure trading activities align with company policies, risk tolerance, and strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee commodity risk management and hedging strategies
• Monitor trading, merchandising, and hedging activities to ensure compliance with company policies, risk limits, and regulatory requirements
• Analyze market conditions, trading positions, and risk exposures, providing recommendations to support business decisions
• Establish and monitor position limits and risk controls for merchandising and trading activities
• Evaluate and manage market, credit, liquidity, and operational risks associated with commodity trading and procurement
• Partner with commercial, merchandising, finance, and operations teams to support disciplined growth and profitability
• Collaborate with external risk management partners and advisors to optimize risk mitigation strategies
• Prepare and present risk reports, performance metrics, and recommendations to senior leadership
• Develop and maintain risk management policies, procedures, and internal control frameworks
• Review commodity contracts and agreements to ensure compliance with established guidelines
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and sound risk management practices
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Finance, Business, or a related field; equivalent industry experience may be considered
• 7 years of experience in commodity merchandising, trading, procurement, risk management, or a related agricultural business function
• Strong understanding of commodity markets, hedging strategies, futures and options, and risk management principles
• Experience managing market, credit, and operational risk within an agricultural or commodity-based business environment
• Knowledge of grain, feed ingredient, livestock, poultry, or related agricultural markets preferred
• Series 3 and/or Series 30 registration, or the ability to obtain required licensing
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other business systems
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to travel as needed
  
  

About Furst-McNess Company

For more than a century, Furst‑McNess Company has been a trusted leader in animal nutrition, delivering innovative feed, mineral, and management solutions to livestock producers across the United States. Our longstanding commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional customer service guides everything we do. We bring together deep industry expertise and a people‑first culture built on safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Above all, we are dedicated to “Doing What’s Right” for animals, producers, and the future of agriculture. Learn more about us at https://www.mcness.com/

• Locations: We have facilities and offices located throughout the United States, as well as an office in London, Ontario, Canada.
  
  

Our Culture

At Furst-McNess, we strive to:

• Understand that being great is a choice
• Never settle for average or “good enough”
• Relentlessly search for ways to serve our customers better
• Work as a team
• Value and respect one another
• Earn trust through our actions
• Act in a sage and professional manner at all times
• Conduct ourselves with the highest level of integrity
• Deliver on the commitments we make
• Invest in our professional and personal development
• Maintain a positive work environment that promotes success
• Have fun and celebrate our successes
  
  

Benefit Package Summary

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match up to 5%
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Floating Holidays
• 100% Company-Paid Benefits: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, with additional coverage options for employees and dependents
• Fitness Reimbursement, $200 annually
• Cell Phone Reimbursement