Tyson Foods · 13 hours ago
Sr Trader Commodity
Springdale, AR
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expTyson Foods is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Trader to join their dynamic commodity trading and risk management team. The Senior Trader will be responsible for executing complex trading strategies, managing commodity hedging programs, and providing strategic insights to optimize commodity trading and risk management performance.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingMarketingMeat and Poultry
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive analysis of commodity markets, including grains, oilseeds, energies, and other commodity markets
Utilize quantitative models and market fundamental and technical analysis to forecast market trends and identify trading opportunities
Execute trades across multiple commodities/markets with precision and efficiency
Monitor real-time market data and news to make swift trading decisions
Develop and implement sophisticated trading strategies to effectively manage Tyson’s inherent commodity risk
Continuously evaluate and refine strategies based on performance metrics and market conditions
Monitor and manage risk exposure for assigned portfolios
Implement risk mitigation techniques and adhere to established risk management protocols to protect Tyson’s cost structure/capital and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
Lead a commodity risk management portfolio with total annual physical exposures of +$800M
Manage various hedging programs within the risk management portfolio, with responsibilities including program strategy, hedge execution, internal reporting, and Tyson Risk Policy compliance
Work closely with other traders, analysts, and research teams to share market insights and coordinate trading activities
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior traders/analysts, fostering a collaborative and high-performance commodity trading and risk management environment
Prepare and present detailed reports on financial trading performance, risk management positions, commodity market trends, and strategic recommendations to senior management and key internal/external stakeholders
Ensure accurate and timely documentation of commodity trading and risk management activities
Coordinate with Tyson’s mid-office to ensure all trading activities comply with relevant regulations and company policies
Stay abreast of regulatory changes and adjust trading practices as necessary
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field
Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a commodity risk management and/or trading role
Deep knowledge of commodity markets, trading strategies, and risk management practices
Proficiency in trading platforms (CQG), financial software (Endur), and quantitative analysis tools (Microsoft Excel, Bloomberg, ICE, etc.)
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions quickly
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and collaborative environment
Ability to thrive under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Preferred
Advanced degrees or professional certifications (e.g., CFA) are a plus
Benefits
Paid time off
401(k) plans
Affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
Company
Tyson Foods
Tyson Foods is a modern, multi-national, protein-focused food company.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.5B2024-02-28Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Donnie King
President and CEO
Curt Calaway
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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