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Merchandising Supervisor
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Trinidad Benham This range is provided by Trinidad Benham. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$88,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Trinidad Benham Overview
The
Supervisor, Merchandising
is responsible for leading and managing a merchandising support team while actively participating in daily operations to ensure seamless execution across pricing, contracts, logistics, and financial functions. This position requires close collaboration with internal departments and external partners to maintain efficient workflows, resolve issues, and support trading and finance activities. Staying informed on agricultural commodity trends is essential to align execution with broader business performance. Responsibilities
Train, mentor, and develop merchandising support staff. Assign daily tasks, monitor workload, and ensure deadlines are met. Support employee growth through coaching, feedback, and development plans. Lead hiring, onboarding, and performance management of the team. Oversee accurate execution of purchase and sales contracts, confirmations, and amendments. Monitor compliance with pricing models, contract terms, credit limits, and controls. Understand the Logistics flow for truck, rail, barge, and vessel shipments and how it impacts order flow. Oversee domestic and international documentation including export packs, letters of credit, and claims resolution. Ensure timely, accurate processing of vendor invoices and payments. Evaluate current systems and processes; recommend and implement improvements. Lead testing and training for system upgrades, new tools, and best practice rollouts. Ensure seamless continuity of functions during staff absences or transitions. Collaborate with Sales and Procurement on market opportunities to ensure readiness. Partner with Accounting on controls, month-end close, reconciliations, accounts receivable and audit readiness. Build customer and supplier rapports to expedite documents, payments, and claims resolution. Manage vendor AP for both domestic and international payments. Prioritize daily workflow, distribute tasks evenly, and ensure high-level service to customers and vendors. Engage with internal teams (Trading, Accounting, Logistics) and external parties (customers, suppliers) to ensure timely data and documentation flow. Assist with resolving customer and supplier inquiries. Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance service. Maintain market awareness of agricultural commodity trends to understand how execution impacts business performance. Complete projects assigned by Manager. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Education and formal training: High School Diploma or equivalent, Required College Degree in related field, preferred 3–5 years of experience in commodity trading support, merchandising operations, or trade execution (grains, oilseeds, feed ingredients, or similar preferred). Supervisory or leadership experience strongly preferred—able to spend time training and coaching team development. Demonstrated ability to lead in a fast-paced team environment with strong planning and coaching skills. Strong analytical and numerical skills; ability to calculate percentages, discounts, and metric pricing. Knowledge of agricultural pricing, contracts, supply chain, and supply chain processes. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools. Effective communication skills; ability to work cross-functionally with trading, logistics, finance, and external stakeholders. Knowledge, Skills, and Ability Analytical Thinking & Accuracy Business Continuity Mindset Process Improvement Orientation Adaptability & Problem Solving Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality Employee-owned Insurance coverage that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance and flexible spending accounts 401(k) with employer match Paid holidays and competitive vacation/sick pay plans Tuition assistance program Employee stock ownership program (ESOP) We are a 100% employee-owned company offering an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Trinidad Benham cares about you beyond a paycheck and a benefits package. We are culture of teamwork, creativity, pride, and ownership. Everyone at Trinidad Benham strives cohesively to offer exceptional products and service because we know our efforts result in a healthy bottom line and a thriving ESOP. We are planting the seeds for a more sustainable tomorrow. Become an owner today! Trinidad Benham Corporation is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer that participates in the E-Verify program as required by law. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Supply Chain Industries
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Merchandising Supervisor
role at
Trinidad Benham This range is provided by Trinidad Benham. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$88,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Trinidad Benham Overview
The
Supervisor, Merchandising
is responsible for leading and managing a merchandising support team while actively participating in daily operations to ensure seamless execution across pricing, contracts, logistics, and financial functions. This position requires close collaboration with internal departments and external partners to maintain efficient workflows, resolve issues, and support trading and finance activities. Staying informed on agricultural commodity trends is essential to align execution with broader business performance. Responsibilities
Train, mentor, and develop merchandising support staff. Assign daily tasks, monitor workload, and ensure deadlines are met. Support employee growth through coaching, feedback, and development plans. Lead hiring, onboarding, and performance management of the team. Oversee accurate execution of purchase and sales contracts, confirmations, and amendments. Monitor compliance with pricing models, contract terms, credit limits, and controls. Understand the Logistics flow for truck, rail, barge, and vessel shipments and how it impacts order flow. Oversee domestic and international documentation including export packs, letters of credit, and claims resolution. Ensure timely, accurate processing of vendor invoices and payments. Evaluate current systems and processes; recommend and implement improvements. Lead testing and training for system upgrades, new tools, and best practice rollouts. Ensure seamless continuity of functions during staff absences or transitions. Collaborate with Sales and Procurement on market opportunities to ensure readiness. Partner with Accounting on controls, month-end close, reconciliations, accounts receivable and audit readiness. Build customer and supplier rapports to expedite documents, payments, and claims resolution. Manage vendor AP for both domestic and international payments. Prioritize daily workflow, distribute tasks evenly, and ensure high-level service to customers and vendors. Engage with internal teams (Trading, Accounting, Logistics) and external parties (customers, suppliers) to ensure timely data and documentation flow. Assist with resolving customer and supplier inquiries. Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance service. Maintain market awareness of agricultural commodity trends to understand how execution impacts business performance. Complete projects assigned by Manager. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Education and formal training: High School Diploma or equivalent, Required College Degree in related field, preferred 3–5 years of experience in commodity trading support, merchandising operations, or trade execution (grains, oilseeds, feed ingredients, or similar preferred). Supervisory or leadership experience strongly preferred—able to spend time training and coaching team development. Demonstrated ability to lead in a fast-paced team environment with strong planning and coaching skills. Strong analytical and numerical skills; ability to calculate percentages, discounts, and metric pricing. Knowledge of agricultural pricing, contracts, supply chain, and supply chain processes. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools. Effective communication skills; ability to work cross-functionally with trading, logistics, finance, and external stakeholders. Knowledge, Skills, and Ability Analytical Thinking & Accuracy Business Continuity Mindset Process Improvement Orientation Adaptability & Problem Solving Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality Employee-owned Insurance coverage that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance and flexible spending accounts 401(k) with employer match Paid holidays and competitive vacation/sick pay plans Tuition assistance program Employee stock ownership program (ESOP) We are a 100% employee-owned company offering an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Trinidad Benham cares about you beyond a paycheck and a benefits package. We are culture of teamwork, creativity, pride, and ownership. Everyone at Trinidad Benham strives cohesively to offer exceptional products and service because we know our efforts result in a healthy bottom line and a thriving ESOP. We are planting the seeds for a more sustainable tomorrow. Become an owner today! Trinidad Benham Corporation is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer that participates in the E-Verify program as required by law. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Supply Chain Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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