Commodity Trader — Maize & Grains

The opportunity

Agrodart is looking for a sharp, market-savvy Commodity Trader to lead procurement and trading of Maize and other grains across Bihar. You will be at the heart of our sourcing operations — tracking price movements, building supplier relationships, and executing trades that directly impact our bottom line. This is a high-ownership role for someone who thrives in fast-moving markets and understands the ground realities of agri-trade in Northern India.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure maize and other grains across Bihar mandis and procurement hubs
• Track domestic and global price movements (NCDEX, CBOT) to optimize buying decisions
• Build and manage a network of farmers, aggregators, and commission agents
• Negotiate procurement pricing and contract terms with suppliers
• Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams for timely movement of stock
• Maintain trade records, cost sheets, and margin analysis in MS Excel

Experience and requirements

• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in agri-commodity trading, preferably maize, wheat, or paddy
• Deep knowledge of Bihar and Eastern India grain markets, mandi dynamics, and seasonal price cycles
• Strong negotiation skills with a proven track record of vendor development and pricing optimization
• Familiarity with NCDEX/CBOT benchmarks and how global prices influence domestic procurement
• Comfortable travelling frequently to mandis, procurement hubs, and farmer aggregation centers
• Proficiency in MS Excel for trade tracking, cost sheets, and margin analysis