As an Alternative Feeds Trader, you’ll be responsible for the day-to-day trading of alternative feeds, helping to meet budgeted volumes and margins.
You’ll work closely with our Senior Traders, Field Sales team, and suppliers to manage trading positions, identify new opportunities, and support the growth of our alternative feeds portfolio.
This is a varied role that combines market insight, commercial awareness, and relationship-building.
Communicating with customers, prospects, and the sales team in a friendly and efficient manner
Managing trading positions and raw material books to minimise risk
Staying informed of commodity markets, pricing trends, and competitor activity
Liaising with suppliers to ensure value for money and accurate market positioning
Maintaining accurate records and using internal systems effectively
Supporting promotional events, supplier meetings, and newsletter contributions
Collaborating with the wider Feed Solutions team to identify opportunities and drive performance

UK agricultural experience is beneficial but not essential
Experience in trading, sales, or commercial roles within a fast-paced environment
Strong understanding of commodity markets and pricing strategies
Ideally, technical knowledge of livestock nutrition
Numerically sound and confident with pricing models
Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable using internal systems
Well-organised, responsive, and commercially aware
Customer-focused, target-driven, and proactive
A collaborative team player with a solution-focused mindset

Scottish Widows contributory pension – company will match up to 5%
Up to 25% colleague discount in store
Free parking on site
33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays (pro-rated for part-time colleagues)
Excellent training and development opportunities
Plenty of career progression opportunities
Life Assurance
Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust
Comprehensive colleague benefits
Enhanced Family Leave Policies

Alternative Feeds Trader

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