Director, Commodities & Hedging

Your Opportunity

The Director, Commodities & Hedging is responsible for the strategic operation of the Commodities team's analysis and research of particular commodity markets relevant to Smithfield. This position will work closely with the Commodities Leadership and direct reports in expanding reporting and analysis capabilities.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct core fundamental and technical market research and analysis on commodities relevant to Smithfield.

• Report and interpret relevant data on price and supply and demand factors for core commodities both in the US and globally.

• Develop and execute forward-thinking hedging strategies across a range of commodity exposures. Strategy development, trade execution, management and financial reporting would all be part of the responsibility.

• Aggregate key data from internal and external sources; communicating findings to key stakeholders and driving future market strategy.

• Provide leadership for Risk Management Team. Individual will be asked to help lead, grow and develop team members.

• Leverage deep understanding of relevant markets, including both internal and external economic factors; to provide analyses and internal consultancy for risk leadership.

• Analyze financial information to forecast business, industry, and economic conditions and communicates results to appropriate parties.

• Work closely with team members of Smithfield Commodity Team and 3 core business segments (Hog Production, Fresh Pork and Packaged Meats) providing market research and intel through both reporting and presentations.

• Monitor fundamental economic, industrial, and corporate developments by analyzing information from various sources.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field and 10+ years' relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required

• 5 + years of demonstrated experience in team management and development is required.

• MBA from an accredited college or university in Agricultural Economics or Agricultural Finance, preferred.

• Strong analytical, logic and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to interpret/communicate results.

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel; ability to run extensive reports and queries

• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

• Must possess independent decision-making skill.

• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.

• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Salary Range Relocation Package Available No

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