What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Merchandiser (Entry-Level) position at MN Soy Bean Processor?
Start Your Career with a Farmer-Owned Industry Leader
At Minnesota Soybean Processors, we’re more than a soybean processing company—we’re a farmer-owned cooperative dedicated to adding value to our members’ soybeans while supporting rural communities and advancing sustainable agriculture.
Joining our team means becoming part of a mission-driven organization that connects local producers to global markets through innovation, operational excellence, and strong partnerships.
We’re seeking an entry-level Commercial Merchandiser who is eager to learn the fundamentals of commodity merchandising, build relationships across the ag value chain, and contribute to the success of our crush operations.
What You’ll Do
You’ll gain hands-on experience across procurement, sales, and market analysis:
Procurement & Producer Engagement
- Build relationships with soybean producers, elevators, and suppliers
- Originate soybeans using cash bids, forward contracts, and HTA agreements
- Support strategies to maintain consistent plant supply
Sales & Customer Support
- Assist in marketing soybean meal and soybean oil to feed, refining, and renewable fuel customers
- Help manage contracts, pricing, and delivery coordination
- Track demand trends to support sales decisions
Market Analysis & Risk Exposure
- Monitor commodity markets, including futures, basis, and spreads
- Assist with hedging activities and risk management strategies
- Analyze USDA reports, weather patterns, and global supply/demand
Logistics & Coordination
- Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments with transportation partners
- Align contracts with production schedules
Business & Margin Optimization
- Support evaluation of crush margins and profitability opportunities
- Contribute to balancing procurement and sales timing
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Finance, Business, or related field
- Internship or early exposure to agriculture, commodities, or business operations preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and relationship-building abilities
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, market-driven environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel preferred)
Work Environment
- Onsite role with regular interaction between office and plant operations
- Fast-paced, time-sensitive environment driven by commodity markets
- Occasional travel for producer and customer engagement
Why Join Us
- Farmer-Owned Impact: Directly support growers and rural communities
- Industry Exposure: Real-time experience in commodity markets and risk management
- Career Development: Build foundational skills in merchandising and trading
- Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a company focused on sustainability, efficiency, and value creation
Equal Opportunity Employer
Minnesota Soybean Processors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Salary : $61,000 - $91,000