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Commercial Graduate

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Job ID 312456 Date posted 08/07/2025 Location : Melbourne, Australia Category  TRADING Job Status  Salaried Full Time

About Us

At Cargill, we’re challenging the way world sees agriculture. With more than 150 years of experience we are committed to feeding the world in a safe and responsible way, reducing environmental impact, and improving the communities where we live and work. Safety is our top priority, and we are committed to creating a ‘zero harm’ safety culture.

With a diverse and inclusive workplace culture and a global footprint, you will work with some of the best minds developing innovative programs and practices for a sustainable future. It is an opportunity to learn, grow and engage in meaningful work that makes a positive impact around the globe. Learn more at www.cargill.com

Job Purpose and Impact

The Commercial Graduate, will take part of our Cargill accelerated professional program where you will be exposed to varying business functions within the CASC Australia business. You will learn and contribute to the success of the organization and be equipped with foundational operational and trading competency.

The Commercial Graduate role is focused on giving the individual both an overall understanding of Cargill and to gain understanding of the most important aspects of the business, including, but not limited to; Trading and Risk, farmer and demand customers, origination, storage and logistics and trade execution. 

Key Accountabilities

  • Learn and adapt to the variety of tasks given by the manager or supervisor, depending on business function placement
  • Support trading team with administrative duties
  • Understand the agricultural commodities trading industry and the markets for commodity merchandising
  • Develop knowledge on Cargill's trading and hedging strategies, tactics and practices, including the use of futures, risk management derivatives and structured products
  • Data entry and running reports
  • Understand drivers of profit and loss and take commercial decisions to generate revenue
  • Learn Origination frameworks and strategies whilst interacting with other functions across the business
  • Develop collaborative relationships with external customers and suppliers in a customer facing role
  • Understand the local supply and demand factors that impact markets
  • Learn on the job from specialists, developing technical and soft skills and receiving coaching from the manager and peers
  • Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

Required

  • Tertiary Education, preference is for Agriculture and/or Commercial disciplines,
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong learning agility and adaptability in a changing environment
  • Strong team player and collaborative approach
  • Build partnerships and collaborate with others to meet shared objectives

We Offer

In return to your experience, we offer:

  • A competitive remuneration package.
  • Scope for further career development.
  • Flexibile working arrangements.
  • The opportunity to work with some of the most talented people in the industry and inspiring leaders.
  • A global employer who puts people first.
  • A supportive working culture and an inclusive team environment.

If you are ready to take on a rare, career defining opportunity, are self-motivated and team spirited, then we would love to hear from you.

Cargill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applications are treated with complete confidentiality.

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