What are the responsibilities and job description for the Global Commodity Researcher position at Olam Agri?
Job Title: Global Commodity Researcher
Location: Richardson, Texas
Department: Cotton Trading
FLSA Status: Exempt
We are Olam Agri - a market-leading agri-business, focused on high-growth markets, with a global origination footprint, processing capabilities, and deep understanding of market needs built over 30 years.
Our food, feed, fiber, agri-industrials, and ag-services capabilities span 30 countries. We are at the heart of global food and agri-trade flows, working with farmers and customers to connect local origins and global destinations.
We unlock value for customers, enable farming communities to prosper sustainably, and strive for a food-secure future.
We are the largest private ginner worldwide with extensive operations in Australia and USA. We use world-class ginning systems to produce superior and consistent quality cotton. Our integrated ginning and contract farming operations in Africa means we are on the ground to help farmers improve their practices and get a fair price. Our customers benefit from our broad operations, with a traceable, sustainable source of quality cotton. Because of this, we are chosen by textile mills in all major markets.
In the US, we’re a leading supplier of all cotton varieties. Our business is diversified across the major growing regions of Texas, Memphis, Georgia, California, and Arizona, with ginning and warehousing infrastructure in several locations.
Learn more at www.olamagri.com.
Position Summary
A leading global supply chain management company of agriculture commodities for feed and fiber is seeking a self-motivated individual for a position in our Cotton Trading team located in Richardson, Texas. The successful candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of multitasking. This role will report to the Senior Traders.
Position Responsibilities
- Data Collection & Management: Compile and maintain fundamental data taken from various sources, including public and proprietary data sets, market reports, internal research, and industry participants.
- Economic Forecasting: Develop models to forecast economic trends and generate future expectations for supply, demand, and trade.
- Stakeholder Communication: Collaborate effectively with researchers, traders, and other stakeholders to compile information while taking ownership of the process.
- Report Generation: Prepare detailed reports, market briefs, and presentations for internal teams highlighting key findings and changes.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Advanced experience in Microsoft Office
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, ad hoc requests, and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work well both independently and with team members of all levels.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with diverse teams across many geographies and time zones.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics, or related field preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in economic research, trade statistics, financial analysis, or related role; commodity-related experience is a plus.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Olam provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: ogaushr@olamagri.com.
At Olam Agri, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Agri Americas, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.