Grain Origination Sales Associate - 2027

About the role

Cargill’s size and scale allows us to make a positive impact in the world. Our purpose is to nourish the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way. As a Grain Origination Sales Associate in Cargill’s Ag & Trading business, you will connect agricultural producers to food, feed and industrial customers through the supply chain. This role spans Canada, the United States, and Mexico, with an expansive asset footprint including over 200 grain elevators, export/import facilities, oilseed crush plants, and biodiesel facilities.

You will participate in a training program to become a specialist in grain origination, learning the sale of various grain marketing solutions and positioning regenerative agriculture practices to growers. The role involves developing long-term relationships with customers, working both over the phone and face-to-face with grain producers on the farm. You will help farmers improve their usage of our full range of products, address customer problems, and craft new opportunities.

Responsibilities

• 40% Role Training and Skills Development: A mixture of classroom, group, and individual training to learn the grain industry, Cargill’s North American grain business, and the specifics of the grain origination territory. Training includes developing sales processes and skills to work with farmer customers on Risk Management solutions.
• 30% Job Shadowing: Gain on-the-job experience by shadowing other grain originators, both in person and remotely. Take initiative in personal development while collaborating with peers and managers to learn and demonstrate skills with customers.
• 30% Customer Management: Take responsibility for a list of customers, handling professional relationships from start to finish. This includes pre-call planning, conducting in-person meetings and phone calls, buying grain into Cargill locations, positioning Risk Management solutions, and exploring carbon market opportunities.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing or graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program (all majors considered) between May 2026 and August 2027.
• Right to work in the U.S. that is not based solely on possession of a student visa or a visa sponsored by a third-party employer.
• Valid driver’s license in the United States.
• Access to a personal vehicle for travel within the assigned sales region.
• Willing and able to travel approximately 50% as needed.
• Geographically flexible and willing to relocate.
• Proven ability to work optimally with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• High degree of initiative and resourcefulness in completing work with limited guidance.
• Ability to contribute both as part of a team and individually.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Business, Agricultural Economics, Agriculture Management, or a similar agricultural subject area.
• Previous internship or co-op experience with Cargill or another company.
• Overall 3.0 GPA or higher based on a 4.0 scale.
• Ability to solve problems and make decisions independently.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, with the ability to influence decision-making.
• Leadership skills and experience.

Pay

The expected salary for this position is $66,000. The disclosed salary has not been adjusted for geographic differentials associated with the location where the position may be filled.

Schedule

• Office and field setting.
• Travel approximately 50% or less, primarily by personal vehicle within the assigned region.

Benefits

Cargill offers a wide variety of flexible and inclusive programs to meet health, financial, and work/life needs, supporting both current and future well-being. Benefits include:

• Comprehensive health, financial, and work/life programs.
• Minnesota-based employees: Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs) to embrace diversity, enhance culture inclusivity, and leverage employee talents and perspectives.

Learn more about Cargill’s benefits at: Your Benefits | Cargill.

About Cargill

Cargill is a family-owned company providing food, ingredients, agricultural solutions, and industrial products that are vital for living. With 160,000 colleagues operating in 70 countries, we connect farmers with markets, customers with ingredients, and families with daily essentials. Our culture celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive environment through Business Resource Groups (BRGs). Learn more at: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | Cargill.

Job Locations

Various U.S. locations, including but not limited to Olathe, KS, and Linden, IN.