What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grain Broker / Risk Manager position at Palmetto Grain Brokerage?
We're Hiring — Palmetto Grain Brokerage
Bluffton, SC area | Southeast Region
We're a family-owned grain brokerage, trading, and risk management firm headquartered in South Carolina. We're looking to add to our team across the southeast.
Grain Broker & Risk Management Advisor
As a Grain Broker & Risk Management Advisor, you will serve as a trusted partner to grain producers across your region — helping them navigate cash markets, understand local basis, manage price risk, and execute sound marketing strategies. You will manage your own book of business, deliver ongoing market insight, and represent our firm with a farmer-first focus. This role is ideal for someone with an agricultural background and a strong grasp of grain markets who is ready to step into a client-facing advisory role — backed by an experienced team and a comprehensive suite of services.
What We're Looking For:
• Willingness to work directly with farmers, producers, processors, and end users
• Experience in grain marketing, merchandising, elevator operations, or commodity risk management
• Working knowledge of basis, cash markets, and CME futures
• Series 3 license (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to stay informed on market trends and provide clients with competitive insights and solutions
• Self-motivated, entrepreneurial, and comfortable working independently in a field-based role
What We Offer:
• A 40-year reputation and established network of producers, feed mills, processors, and export buyers
• Hands-on mentorship from experienced traders and brokers
• Benefits - PTO, health insurance, 401K match