Grain Division Managerial Trainee

Brief Description

Are you a driven, ambitious individual looking to master every discipline in the grain business? The DeLong Co. is seeking a Grain Merchandiser for our Clinton grain exports team — a role built to develop you into a well-rounded leader across accounting, merchandising, risk management, logistics, grading, and outside operations.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Learn every discipline in the grain division — a true cross-functional foundation for a long-term career in agribusiness
• Work directly with producers, end-users, brokers, and industry professionals, building a real network in the industry
• Gain hands-on exposure to physical grain trading, hedge desk operations, and risk mitigation
• Contribute data analytics and insights directly to the Head of Merchandising, VP of Grain, and President
• Clear path forward to Grain Elevator Group Manager for the right candidate

What You'll Do

• Accounting: Support AGRIS accounting software use, contract/ticket/settlement review, accounts receivable management, and customer account review
• Mercandising & Origination: Communicate with producers and end-users, manage physical grain trading positions, monitor HPR/contracts, and support trade arbitrage and intercompany trades
• Risk Management: Support hedge desk operations, reconcile daily HPR, and assist with audit and risk mitigation procedures
• Logistics: Coordinate truck/rail/barge shipping and receiving, calculate transportation rates, review freight invoices, and build shipping schedules
• Grain Grading: Learn grading procedures for corn, soybeans, and wheat, operate scale systems, perform purity and toxin tests, and manage sample documentation
• Outside Operations: Gain exposure to elevator operations, quality management, safety practices, maintenance procedures, and inventory systems

The Work Environment

• Ability to sit for long periods of time while managing contracts, data, and communications
• Fast-moving, high-pressure situations with rapidly changing requirements, especially during peak season
• Extended hours required during busy periods

Requirements

• Required: 1 year of agricultural business experience or a farming background
• Familiarity: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Skills: Strong communication skills, demonstrated organizational skills, ability to accept responsibility and be vocal within the organization
• Education: 4-year college degree or equivalent industry experience in Finance, Accounting, Business, Agriculture, or Economics
• License: Valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance

About The DeLong Co., Inc.

The DeLong Co. has been serving agricultural communities for generations. Our grain division is at the heart of our business, and we invest in developing driven individuals into well-rounded leaders across every discipline of the trade. When you join our Clinton team, you're joining a company committed to growing your career from the ground up.

Note

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement

The DeLong Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The DeLong Co., Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.