Commercial Merchandising Trainee (M/F/D)

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.
Cargill is a family company providing food, ingredients, agricultural solutions and industrial products that are vital for living. We connect farmers with markets so they can prosper. We connect customers with ingredients so they can make meals people love. And we connect families with daily essentials — from eggs to edible oils, salt to skincare, feed to alternative fuel. Our 160,000 colleagues, operating in 70 countries, make essential products that touch billions of lives each day. Join us and reach your higher purpose at Cargill.

This position is in Cargill’s agricultural supply chain business. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with farmers and customers to source, make and deliver essential products.

Collaborate with other trainees in an international, multicultural environment and create a positive impact in your community and the world.

Cargill is a family company committed to providing food, ingredients, agricultural solutions, and industrial products to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. At Cargill, you’ll have a community by your side. You will be valued, your safety and well-being will be prioritized, and you’ll have opportunities to grow. Apply today and discover how you can be part of nourishing the world.

What we offer

Our commercial merchandising trainee program offers a unique opportunity to unlock your full potential and develop yourself as a future leader in our commodity merchandising team. Learn about our agricultural commodities merchandising industry and how we operate in a rapidly changing economic environment. You will also broaden your understanding of local supply and demand factors that impact markets, and commercial decisions to generate revenue. As well as initiate and negotiate on terms of commodity purchase and collaborate with our supply chain and plant operations teams to timely fulfill commodity contracts for our customers.

As part of this traineeship, you will join our two-year Next Generation Graduate Program where you will collaborate with a diverse group of individuals from across EMEA, enriching each other while addressing business challenges. Together you will build first-class skills and a network that will benefit you throughout your career. As a participant in the program, you will:
Collaborate on projects with other trainees (in-person and virtually)
Join regular networking sessions with managers and peer groups
Benefit from individual and group coaching from current or former trainees
Participate in a highly engaging in-person Summit where you will interact with senior leaders and join learning sessions and personal development workshops
Be rewarded with a competitive salary and benefits

What we look for
Bachelor or Master’s degree, preferably in Business, Economics or Agricultural studies.
Fluency in English and German
General understanding and strong interest in geo-political dynamics and trends
Strong communication and influencing skills
High integrity and ethical standards
Natural leadership ability, motivation, initiative, risk appetite and resilience
Ability to work in multi-cultural and multi-functional teams
Curiosity to learn and create new ways of building and improving systems and processes
Strong data and analytical skills and ability to proactively identify and resolve problems

Selection process
The selection process is a discovery for both of us and starts with an introductory video interview with a recruiter followed by a video or in-person meeting with the team. The finalists will be invited to complete an online assessment and have an interview with the hiring manager. A business case study may be introduced as part of the process.

Our Offer

We provide a fast paced stimulating international environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.

Interested? Then make sure to send us your CV and cover letter in English today!
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