Westway Feed Products is North America’s largest manufacturer of liquid supplements for livestock. Additionally, we produce tub supplements, feed mill products, dried molasses and industrial products. Headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas, Westway Feed Products is a subsidiary of ED&F Man. Established in 1783, ED&F Man is a privately-owned agricultural commodities merchant with 6,000 people in 60 countries.

The core concept of Westway’s business is to utilize co-products from other industries and convert them into safe, high-quality, cost effective, livestock feed supplements. While Westway’s primary ingredient for many of our products is molasses, we also incorporate other co-products such as glycerin, whey, corn solubles, corn steep and soy solubles. The concept of utilizing these co-products is the foundation of our sustainability platform. Today, Westway operates 21 production facilities across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Our geographic reach allows for products to be developed according to environmental and production system variations across the country.

An opportunity has arisen for a Plant Manager based in Catoosa, Oklahoma, to take full responsibility and oversight of the facility. This position is responsible for all aspects of the plant including the P&L and budgeting responsibility. Manging plant operators, and partners with environmental health and safety manager as well as working closely with the commercial, finance and human resources groups in meeting the objectives of the plant.

Responsibilities to include, but are not limited to:

Managerial:

• Implements a zero-incident culture with a focus on elimination of incidents and hazards and preventing any damage to the environment
• Performs all tasks in a safe and professional manner in conformance with regulations, terminal rules, quality standards and company policies
• Maintains proficient communication with Health & Safety, Environment, Production, Quality Control, Maintenance, Logistics and Sales departments
• Manages the P&L to meet regional and corporate financial goals
• Maintains capital assets and manages capital improvements and construction projects associated with plant upgrades or new installations
• Management of employees including hiring, discipline process, employee performance reviews, the safety of employees and the management of safety programs
• Facilitation and development of customer relations and service using a quantitative, quality-based approach
• Stays abreast of changes in working conditions or new technology that could increase the safety and efficiency of the operations
• Initiates and supports improvement plans for employees to succeed in their efforts to achieve the goals of the department
• Implements company policies on worker safety, safety regulations, company policies/procedures and work rules

Operational:

• Responsible for all aspects of inventory management activity for the site
• Manages plant costs and assets, including maintenance, repair, and capital for all equipment
• Manages all contracts and subcontracts associated with the plant
• Implements and manages plant security, environmental testing, corrective action, and permits
• Performs plant inspections and manage project quality control
• Manages plant truck distribution and logistics
• Reports and investigates accidents or unsafe conditions at plant
• Enforces company policies and procedures
• Manage all contracts associated with plant including but not limited to rail carriers, land leases, trans loaders (sub-contractors), truck companies, and equipment
• Implements and maintains daily, weekly, and yearly reports and summaries on production, inventory and plant equipment / asset maintenance
• Daily activity and product inventory reporting
• Coordinates and interacts with government agencies, including state, counties, and local personnel

Skills and Expertise

• Industry experience required ideally from agriculture, bulk liquids, chemicals, fertilizers, terminal operations or food manufacturing
• Bachelor’s degree – highly preferred
• Experience with the broad, multi-mode bulk liquid handling including truckload, shipping and rail
• General engineering knowledge; steam boilers, compressors, loading racks, product blenders and automation systems
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with truck, bulk and inventory programs, and MS windows applications and plant automation software
• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and techniques used in planning, budgeting, reporting, and staffing
• Works effectively with others, has strong inter-personal and negotiation skills, can communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and good presentation skills at all levels of the organization
• Ability to resolve and overcome issues, problems and roadblocks to meet objectives

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And as an ever-friendly reminder: Researchers have found that men apply to roles when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria. Women and other underrepresented groups tend to apply only when they check every box. If you are interested, but don’t feel like you meet every single point on the job description, please still apply!

​​​​​​​Essential Behaviours

Here at ED&F Man we are guided by our five company values: Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy, Client Focus and Entrepreneurship. Our values are underpinned by a set of essential behaviours, which form part of our performance management approach. Delivering on our objectives is very much about ‘what’ we do, but these essential behaviours also provide a guide and measure for ‘how’ we do things. Our performance essentials are Take Initiative, Self‐Management, Deliver Results and Collaboration.

​​​​​​​Equal Opportunities Statement

ED&F Man is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law.

Westway Feed Products is North America’s largest manufacturer of liquid supplements for livestock. Additionally, we produce tub supplements, feed mill products, dried molasses and industrial products. Headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas, Westway Feed Products is a subsidiary of ED&F Man. Established in 1783, ED&F Man is a privately-owned agricultural commodities merchant with 6,000 people in 60 countries.

The core concept of Westway’s business is to utilize co-products from other industries and convert them into safe, high-quality, cost effective, livestock feed supplements. While Westway’s primary ingredient for many of our products is molasses, we also incorporate other co-products such as glycerin, whey, corn solubles, corn steep and soy solubles. The concept of utilizing these co-products is the foundation of our sustainability platform. Today, Westway operates 21 production facilities across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Our geographic reach allows for products to be developed according to environmental and production system variations across the country.

An opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Plant Manager based in Dimmit, Texas, the Assistant Plant Manager will manage the day-to-day operation of the Westway Feed Products bulk liquid feed facility to maximize efficiency, safety, and profitability. This role will ensure that all orders are handled effectively and in line with customer’s needs. Working within our highly diverse business you will have the opportunity to make a real impact working on a range of regional and global projects, support on the day-to- day management of Plant issues.

Responsibilities to include, but are not limited to:

• Directly supervises and coordinates the activities of the plant employees
• Assists the plant manager with recruitment, training, performance management, compensation, time-off and discipline
• Coordinates production and receiving, and ensures orders are fulfilled correctly
• Observes and makes recommendations regarding the efficiency of the plant operations
• Assists in planning and coordinating customer service activities in consultation with the plant manager, acts as a contact for customers in conjunction with plant manager
• Enforces company policies and procedures to promote and ensure a safe and environmentally responsible workplace, assisting with safety meetings and inspections
• Ensures all production is carried out as per company polices and regulations, including ensuring appropriate product mixing and blending, and coordinating the logistics and movement of product
• Plans and completes record keeping programs
• Assists with plant audits and completes special projects as requested by management
• Interacts and communicates with colleagues and employees in a professional and appropriate manner and responds to and gives feedback in a respectful and positive manner
• Takes the initiative to identify problems, uses judgment to find appropriate solutions and follows through on resolving issues in a timely manner
• Maintains confidentiality and supports team efforts, actively working to generate respect and enthusiasm, cooperation, and active learning from team members

Skills and Expertise

To perform the duties of this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below outline the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies that are required in this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Experience as a plant operator and/or relevant plant, refinery, or tank vessel experience
• Experience and knowledge of staff supervision
• Knowledge of and skill in operating equipment, manual handling activities, and the ability to use hand and power tools
• Customer service focus
• Able to read, analyze, and interpret documents (regulations, policies, reports, bids, ), blueprints, drawings and write reports, correspondence, and procedures
• Able to effectively present information, communicate with, and respond to questions and complaints from staff, co- workers, management, and customers
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to learn other software
• Knowledge of pertinent laws and regulations
• No vision impairments or colour blindness and a general good fitness, condition, and physique to safely:
• Flexible and able work outside for long periods of time, in shifts and overtime (as necessary), including weekends or evenings, in any weather condition
• Able to work at height without limitations and in confined places using (vertical) ladders and pathways (e.g. walking on platforms, scaffolding, climbing on top of railcars, truck trailers and land tanks, etc.).
• Able to operate forklift trucks
• Knowledge of safely working with chemicals and hazardous substances

And as an ever-friendly reminder: Researchers have found that men apply to roles when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria. Women and other underrepresented groups tend to apply only when they check every box. If you are interested, but don’t feel like you meet every single point on the job description, please still apply!

Successful candidates must complete a drug screen, functional employment physical and background check. Westway Feed Products LLC maintains a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

​​​​​​​Essential Behaviours

Here at ED&F Man we are guided by our five company values: Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy, Client Focus and Entrepreneurship. Our values are underpinned by a set of essential behaviours, which form part of our performance management approach. Delivering on our objectives is very much about ‘what’ we do, but these essential behaviours also provide a guide and measure for ‘how’ we do things. Our performance essentials are Take Initiative, Self‐Management, Deliver Results and Collaboration.

​​​​​​​Equal Opportunities Statement

ED&F Man is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law.

Role Overview

We’re currently looking for an Export Documentation & Trade Execution Specialist who will play a vital role in our global operations function. This position is responsible for ensuring cotton shipments move swiftly and smoothly across borders, driving timely delivery and full payment in line with contract terms. You’ll collaborate closely with a network of colleagues as well as domestic service providers, global customers, ocean carriers and banking partners to coordinate and compile all critical export documentation. This is a great chance to join the fast-paced soft commodities industry.

With a strong focus on accuracy, efficiency, and teamwork, you’ll help ensure every shipment clears without delay. In an international environment, proactive and clear communication across time zones is key to making sure you act as an essential link in our mission to deliver excellence worldwide.

Business Overview

ED&F Man Cotton was established in mid-2025, driven by an ambition to become a leading trader of raw cotton, serving customers around the world. The breadth of ED&F Man Commodities’ existing operations provides ED&F Man Cotton with offices in all major cotton producing regions and expertise in operating sustainable containerized supply chains, underpinned by robust risk management procedures.

We are part of ED&F Man Commodities, a world leading trader of agricultural products including coffee, sugar, cotton, molasses and animal feed.

Key Accountabilities

• Take full ownership of the end-to-end documentation process for global shipments, ensuring proactive resolution of issues and continuous improvement of documentation workflows.
• Review and verify sales contracts, shipping instructions, and Letters of Credit (LCs) with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and risk mitigation; proactively clarify and revise terms in collaboration with trade finance and commercial teams.
• Execute ocean carrier AES/SI filings, ensuring timely and accurate submissions to prevent container splits or rolls.
• Lead the coordination and verification of all third-party documentation, including Phytosanitary Certificates, Quality Certificates, Ocean Bills of Lading, and Certificates of Origin.
• Generate precise and compliant commercial and intercompany invoices.
• Liaise with USDA and PCIT offices to obtain Phytosanitary Certificates, ensuring compliance with importing country regulations.
• Ensure that all required documentation is assembled, verified, and submitted to banks and customers in alignment with LC and contractual deadlines.
• Manage presentation of shipping documents to banks for LC negotiation, acceptance, or payment processing across multiple global contracts.
• Coordinate seamlessly with internal and external stakeholders including merchants, logistics teams, banks, ocean carriers, suppliers, and customers to ensure smooth, on-time shipment execution.
• Provide proactive updates to customers and internal teams on documentation and shipment status, using digital tools and systems to maintain transparency and visibility.
• Identify and implement process improvements, embracing automation or system enhancements that increase documentation speed, accuracy, and compliance.

Skills and Experience

• Prior hands-on experience working with Letters of Credit and a solid understanding of trade finance documentation processes.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment with multiple priorities and evolving global regulations.
• Strong technical skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and a high degree of comfort working with logistics platforms, ERP systems, or data/document automation tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey clear documentation instructions to international partners.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to independently manage and meet deadlines without sacrificing accuracy.
• Entrepreneurial action-lead mindset, taking ownership of processes consistently seeking ways to improve outcomes.
• Solution-focused problem solver who thrives under pressure and can creatively address challenges related to shipment and document execution.

We recognise that talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Our Offer

We provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading.

Our Values

Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy, Client Focus, Entrepreneurship

Our values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs that determine our actions and guide our behaviour. They influence the way we communicate and collaborate, and define the way we engage with our clients, partners, and communities. Our values are underpinned by a set of essential behaviours, which form part of our performance management approach. Delivering on our objectives is very much about ‘what’ we do, but these essential behaviours also provide a guide and measure for ‘how’ we do things. Our performance essentials are Take Initiative, Self‐Management, Deliver Results and Collaboration.

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focussed on actively building and developing diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law.

We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Role Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join us as a Cotton Buyer to work in a truly entrepreneurial environment. This role will be responsible for procuring cotton by developing and maintaining a customer base within the Southeastern territories to achieve business results as established through business planning and goal setting. The role provides long term development potential for someone eager to demonstrate their skills and experience in the fast-paced soft commodities environment.

Business Overview

ED&F Man Cotton was established in mid-2025, driven by an ambition to become a leading trader of raw cotton, serving customers around the world. The breadth of ED&F Man Commodities’ existing operations provides ED&F Man Cotton with offices in all major cotton producing regions and expertise in operating sustainable containerized supply chains, underpinned by robust risk management procedures.

We are part of ED&F Man Commodities, a world leading trader of agricultural products including coffee, sugar, cotton, molasses and animal feed.

The position is based remotely throughout the Southeast of the US, with substantial travel required during the buying season September to March.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop, implement and manage regional procurement and contracting strategies, ensuring overall alignment with corporate objectives.
• Management of general buying positions, contract exposure, credit, freight and logistics in conjunction with the internal team, to meet or exceed budgeted volumes and margins.
• Achieve fiscal procurement through various contract options that align with the corporate strategy (e.g. Customer Basis Adjustment).
• Conduct analysis of the current and future agricultural trends alongside competitor analysis to develop and implement strategies to create commercial opportunities.
• Management of purchase contracts alongside internal support teams.
• Develop and maintain effective partnerships with customers (including agents) in respective regions, identifying new business opportunities whilst balancing profitability, market share and customer service.
• Provide customer learning opportunities that provide incremental value, regarding strategies in order to increase awareness of customer/business needs.
• Responsible for establishing marketing plans to achieve margin and volume objectives, alongside the trading team.
• Coordinate research, analysis and gathering of information to support the regional production and quality model.
• Track purchase levels for month end P&L to ensure reconciliation and weekly reports of market structure and activity in the region, related to trade levels, volumes and competitor information.
• Represents the business in regional industry groups.

Skills and Experience

• Substantial prior experience within the commodity buying / origination function, preferably within the cotton industry.
• Degree educated within preferably agriculture, agri-business, business administration or marketing.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with customers and colleagues in a competitive environment.
• Proven ability to identify opportunities to deepen relationships and improve client satisfaction and retention.
• Understanding of warehousing tariffs, trading terms and quality specifications
• Excellent oral, written and listening communication skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Proven knowledge and understanding of purchasing contracts.

We recognise that talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Our Offer

We provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading.

Our Values

Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy, Client Focus, Entrepreneurship

Our values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs that determine our actions and guide our behaviour. They influence the way we communicate and collaborate, and define the way we engage with our clients, partners, and communities. Our values are underpinned by a set of essential behaviours, which form part of our performance management approach. Delivering on our objectives is very much about ‘what’ we do, but these essential behaviours also provide a guide and measure for ‘how’ we do things. Our performance essentials are Take Initiative, Self‐Management, Deliver Results and Collaboration.

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focussed on actively building and developing diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law.

We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Role Overview

Volcafe Specialty has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and high calibre Senior Specialty Trader. The successful candidate will work closely with the General Manager and the coffee trading team to grow our specialty coffee portfolio throughout the US. You’ll forge strong relationships with specialty coffee roasters, develop innovative marketing strategies, and represent Volcafe’ s sustainability mission at industry events.

Business Overview

Volcafe Ltd is one of the world’s leading international green coffee trading companies, operating in over 20 countries globally. Our expertise spans green coffee procurement and preparation, sustainability, blending, quality control, risk management and export as well as importing and distribution. We supply the world’s major coffee roasters and retail distributors with their green coffee requirements, with significant strategic growth ambitions for the future. We are part of ED&F Man Commodities, a world leading trader of agricultural products including coffee, sugar, molasses and animal feed.

Volcafe works across the whole green coffee supply chain to make coffee business better, together with our partners and employees. We have built and operate sustainable coffee supply chains across all our origins, addressing key economic, social and environmental issues in coffee farming communities. Our Volcafe Way farmer support programme engages with thousands of coffee farmers and provides a holistic response to the challenges they face.

Volcafe Specialty was founded in 2001 and has been a relied upon supply chain partner to the specialty coffee industry working with roasters just starting out in the business through roasters opening multiple cafes around their city, their state and the nation.  We see ourselves as an integral supply chain link between producers and coffee roasters, enabling us all to make the coffee business better.

Key Accountabilities

• Build and strengthen partnerships with specialty coffee roasters to drive revenue and achieve strategic goals.
• Develop and implement targeted marketing strategies to promote Volcafe Specialty at key industry events.
• Collaborate with the traffic, finance, quality, and communications teams, to streamline processes and enhance and improve the customer experience.
• Track and report KPIs (e.g., sales growth, client retention) to measure performance and build customer strategic plans.
• Lead outreach through webinars, virtual sessions, and in-person cupping events to engage the specialty coffee customers.
• Cultivate and expand key client relationships to track interactions, opportunities, and drive sustainable growth.
• Provide actionable market intelligence to inform trading strategies and leadership decisions.
• Support trading operations, including hedge account management, report generation, certification audits (e.g., Rainforest Alliance, Fair Trade), and price fixations.

Skills and Experience

• Substantial and progressive experience working in green coffee sales or specialty coffee trading.
• Passion for specialty coffee and alignment with Volcafe’ s values and mission.
• Fluent in English; additional languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese) – highly advantageous.
• Effective communication skills, with confidence in client-facing phone and in-person interactions.
• Proven ability to exceed sales targets in a competitive market.
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of managing client portfolios.
• Knowledge of coffee contract terms, export/import processes, quality, grading, and cupping.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small team of experts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Power BI).
• Experience of Microsoft Dynamics CRM – advantageous.
• Willingness to travel globally at short notice.

We recognise that talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Our Offer

We provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading.

Our Values

Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy, Client Focus, Entrepreneurship

Our values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs that determine our actions and guide our behaviour. They influence the way we communicate and collaborate, and define the way we engage with our clients, partners, and communities. Our values are underpinned by a set of essential behaviours, which form part of our performance management approach. Delivering on our objectives is very much about ‘what’ we do, but these essential behaviours also provide a guide and measure for ‘how’ we do things. Our performance essentials are Take Initiative, Self‐Management, Deliver Results and Collaboration.

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focussed on actively building and developing diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law.

We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Role Overview

We have a newly created opportunity for a Strategy Director, Americas with a proven track record in the US agricultural markets to join our ED&F Man (MLP) division for the Americas based at our regional headquarters for the Americas in New Orleans, Louisiana, reporting to the Managing Director of Americas.

We seek an individual with the capability, determination and strategic acumen to review and set the foundations to build our business to scale; this is not a caretaking position. We have several businesses which require thorough strategic review to determine if they could be a platform for further expansion and growth. We require a highly experienced, strategic, entrepreneurial and commercial leader to further develop a diverse set of business operations from pulse processing, organic based (liquid) fertilizers and animal protein blending which includes warehousing, logistics, manufacturing assets and markets across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and beyond. You will become responsible for challenging the commercial and operational footprint of these businesses, devising our future growth plan and once board approved executing on this strategy.

Business Overview

ED&F Man Liquid Products Americas is the leading supplier in molasses, molasses blends, liquid feeds production, fish oil, pulses, animal protein, and other products. We operate across borders and markets with one mission: to trade, produce, and deliver products that support sustainable agriculture and global food systems. We are entering a new era of expansion of our platform and reach and transforming how we do business.

ED&F Man Liquid Products Europe and Far East is a leading supplier of molasses, molasses blends, liquid feed production, beet pulp pellets, specialty fertilizers and other products.

We are part of ED&F Man Commodities, a world leading trader of agricultural products including coffee, sugar, molasses and animal feed.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead the strategic review and transformation of our current commercial and operational footprint, deciding where we double down, pivot, or evolve.
• Review end to end P&Ls, commercial performance, profitability, manufacturing costs, and operational efficiency across all business areas.
• Lead market expansion and divestment opportunities, unlocking new business to business opportunities across relatable and growing sectors. Identifying, shaping, and pursuing new channels and partnerships across North America and international markets.
• Streamline the supply chain across logistics, procurement, and delivery across a multi-product, multi-region value chain.
• Build and inspire a diverse high-performance team of commercial, supply chain, and operations professional, instilling a culture of ownership, agility, and results.
• Serve as a key voice in our global leadership team, aligning our North American ambitions and growth strategy.

Skills and Experience

• A strategic, commercial and operational leader with at least 10 years of experience across agricultural or commodity-based business sectors with global exposure.
• Deep operational experience in manufacturing, warehousing, and cross-border logistics ideally in pulses, rendering, food ingredients, animal feed, fertilisers or other agricultural-based sectors.
• Proven P&L management with the ability to grow margin, improve cost structures, and align commercial strategy with operational capability applying financial discipline across jurisdictions.
• Comfortable in ambiguous, high-growth, post-acquisition environments having faced and overcome significant challenges and able to apply lessons learned.
• Skilled at leading diverse, cross-regional teams and managing complex stakeholder environments.
• Multi-regional operational and asset management.
• Collaborative leadership and cross-functional coordination.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, export-driven agribusiness environment.
• Knowledge of food safety and regulatory standards (USA, Canada, Mexico – USDA, USMCA, etc.) and trade compliance.
• Data-savvy, curious, and open to digital transformation, analytics, and sustainability-driven innovation.
• Fluent in English (Spanish advantageous), with a willingness to travel frequently across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada.

We recognise that talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Our Offer

We provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading.

Our Values

Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy, Client Focus, Entrepreneurship

Our values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs that determine our actions and guide our behaviour. They influence the way we communicate and collaborate, and define the way we engage with our clients, partners, and communities. Our values are underpinned by a set of essential behaviours, which form part of our performance management approach. Delivering on our objectives is very much about ‘what’ we do, but these essential behaviours also provide a guide and measure for ‘how’ we do things. Our performance essentials are Take Initiative, Self‐Management, Deliver Results and Collaboration.

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focussed on actively building and developing diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law.

We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

To apply you must have the right to work for the provided location.

Role Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join us as a Trade Operations Analyst to work in a truly global environment. This role will support our supply chain to ensure the seamless and compliant movement of cotton across domestic and international markets. The role provides long term development potential for someone eager to demonstrate their skills and experience in the fast-paced soft commodities environment.

Business Overview

ED&F Man Cotton was established in mid-2025, driven by an ambition to become a leading trader of raw cotton, serving customers around the world. The breadth of ED&F Man Commodities’ existing operations provides ED&F Man Cotton with offices in all major cotton producing regions and expertise in operating sustainable containerised supply chains, underpinned by robust risk management procedures.

We are part of ED&F Man Commodities, a world leading trader of agricultural products including coffee, sugar, cotton, molasses and animal feed.

The position is based from our offices in Houston, Texas.

Key Accountabilities

• Supporting the day-to-day supply chain operations related to the export of cotton from point of origin to end users.
• Track and report shipment status, coordinating movement of raw cotton bales.
• Negotiate freight with vendors for domestic and international shipments as well as international export bookings with ocean carriers.
• Coordinate logistics via ocean, rail and truck to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery, continuously reviewing to optimize freight costs.
• Prepare and verify trade documentations, certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificates, offer sheets and shipping instructions.
• Responsible for minimizing storage costs through diligent scheduling of loads against all sales contracts.
• Work with Third Party Logistics providers and warehouses to resolve any issues in the supply chain.
• Ensure compliance with USDA, APHIS trade export requirements.
• Assist in managing cotton inventory, preparing and communicating inventory levels.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills and Experience

• Educated at Bachelor’s Degree or higher, preferably in the field of Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Economics or similar related field.
• Prior experience in supply chain, logistics, or trade operations in agriculture.
• Knowledge of the transportation industry is an asset, including experience with inventory management and TMS systems (ITAS, broker platforms).
• Demonstrates understanding of Inco terms and ability to negotiate freight and truck rates.
• Excellent organizational skills, able to adhere to deadlines and ensure accuracy.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and familiarity with data analysis tools.
• Working knowledge of USDA, APHIS export reporting, experience with export documentation and phytosanitary certification compliance is preferable.
• Knowledge of international cotton supply chain is preferable.
• Good attention to detail especially when doing trade reporting and data analysis.
• Problem solving mindset with a proactive approach to trade operations.

We recognise that talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Our Offer

We provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading.

Our Values

Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy, Client Focus, Entrepreneurship

Our values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs that determine our actions and guide our behaviour. They influence the way we communicate and collaborate, and define the way we engage with our clients, partners, and communities. Our values are underpinned by a set of essential behaviours, which form part of our performance management approach. Delivering on our objectives is very much about ‘what’ we do, but these essential behaviours also provide a guide and measure for ‘how’ we do things. Our performance essentials are Take Initiative, Self‐Management, Deliver Results and Collaboration.

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focussed on actively building and developing diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law.

We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Role Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join a world leading trader of agricultural commodities as Trade Support Specialist, supporting the trading team and US General Manager. The position is responsible for the management of positions (physical, futures and interest rate hedge) as well as to facilitate and maintain various trading reports. The role provides long term development potential for someone eager to demonstrate their skills and experience in the fast-paced soft commodities environment.

Business Overview

Volcafe Ltd is one of the world’s leading international green coffee trading companies, operating in over 20 countries globally. Our expertise spans green coffee procurement and preparation, sustainability, blending, quality control, risk manage006Dent and export as well as importing and distribution. We supply the world’s major coffee roasters and retail distributors with their green coffee requirements, with significant strategic growth ambitions for the future. We are part of ED&F Man Commodities, a world leading trader of agricultural products including coffee, sugar, molasses and animal feed.

Volcafe works across the whole green coffee supply chain to make coffee business better, together with our partners and employees. We have built and operate sustainable coffee supply chains across all our origins, addressing key economic, social and environmental issues in coffee farming communities. Our Volcafe Way farmer support programme engages with thousands of coffee farmers and provides a holistic response to the challenges they face.

Salary: $70,000 -90,000 base salary, discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits package.

Key Accountabilities

Trade Support Responsibilities

• Maintain and update market, futures, inventory, open differential, and traceability reports with precision.
• Processing daily sales, fixations, and contract addendums to ensure timely delivery of products and services within contracted terms.
• Prepare end of month reports with the General Manager in coordination with US and global trading teams.
• Partners with Logistics, Quality and Finance teams to streamline processes and enhance customer experiences.
• Execute hedging activities in the futures market, ensuring compliance with terms and credit requirements.

Sales Support Responsibilities

• Identify and develop leads in target markets networking and strategic initiatives.
• Maintain and update CRM systems to track leads and opportunities efficiently.
• Contribute to business development strategies to drive cost-effective, high value opportunities.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree business, finance, economics, agriculture, or related field.
• Considerable experience within the Trade or Sales Support or Execution, ideally within commodity trading (coffee trading preferably), FMCG industries or Banking if working directly with commodities.
• Exposure to futures trading or hedge execution – highly advantageous.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel essential and database experience with VBA, Python or SQL -highly advantageous.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a focus for problem solving and process improvement.
• Proven ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders.
• Knowledge of sustainability standards and certifications including FLO, FTUSA, RFA and 4C – highly advantageous.

We recognise that talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Our Offer

We provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading.

Our Values

Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy, Client Focus, Entrepreneurship

Our values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs that determine our actions and guide our behaviour. They influence the way we communicate and collaborate, and define the way we engage with our clients, partners, and communities. Our values are underpinned by a set of essential behaviours, which form part of our performance management approach. Delivering on our objectives is very much about ‘what’ we do, but these essential behaviours also provide a guide and measure for ‘how’ we do things. Our performance essentials are Take Initiative, Self‐Management, Deliver Results and Collaboration.

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focussed on actively building and developing diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law.

We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Role Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join us as a District Sales Manager (Georgia & Florida, Dairy) responsible for generating new business and managing existing business relationships and being the primary contact for dairy customers in the region.

Business Overview

Westway Feed Products is North America’s largest manufacturer of liquid supplements for livestock. Additionally, we produce feed mill products, dried molasses and industrial products. The core concept of Westway’s business is to utilize co-products from other industries and convert them into safe, high-quality, cost effective, livestock feed supplements. While Westway’s primary ingredient for many of our products is molasses, we also incorporate other co-products. The concept of utilizing these co-products is the foundation of our sustainability platform. Today, Westway operates 22 production facilities across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Our geographic reach allows for products to be developed according to environmental and production system variations across the country.

Westway has achieved Great Place to Work certification for 2023-2024.

We are part of ED&F Man Commodities, a world leading trader of agricultural products including coffee, sugar, molasses and animal feed.

This position will be home-based ideally in Georgia or Northern Florida with weekly travel to customers in this region and the two key plants in Clewiston and Jacksonville, Florida.

Key Accountabilities

• Responsible for sales and technical sales conversations with dairy nutritionists in Georgia and Florida and supporting conversations and sales efforts with dairy nutritionists with other District  Sales Managers.
• Regularly schedules appointments, travelling throughout the territory to meet current customers to maintain business relationships and to explain products and services available.
• Prepares product pricing, sales contracts, and credit for customers within reasonable margins.
• Works directly with customers to effectively resolve issues and provide technical advice.
• Coordinates with distributors and production facilities as needed to resolve issues and reporting complaints and issues to the Nutritionist and Regional Sales Manager.
• Assists distributors on sales and technical information on molasses based liquid feeds supplements and supplement blocks.
• Compiles lists of prospective customers for use as sale leads; actively pursuing new business to expand the company.
• Assists customers on equipment assignments and promptly and satisfactorily resolves issues and travelling throughout the territory to regularly meet potential customers.
• Coordinates orders from customers as necessary and collaborates with production facilities on customer’s orders and delivery.
• Effectively manages monthly customer pricing.
• Annually prepares and achieves sales budget, assisting with sales forecasting activities and sets performance goals accordingly.
• Develops and implements strategic sales plans to accommodate corporate goals, controlling expenditures to conform to budgets.
• Prepares reports showing business transactions, potential sales, and areas of proposed customer expansion.
• Completes consumption reports and provides the Nutritionist with the information as required.
• Monitors and evaluates the competition and makes recommendations to respond to competition, keeping up to date on industry trends.
• Assists with collections by working with customers on payment and/or payment schedules.
• Enters new customer and other sales data for current customers into computer database.
• Supports team efforts, actively works to generate respect and enthusiasm, cooperates with others, and actively learns from other team members.
• Represents the Company at industry functions and organizations as requested.
• Takes the initiative to identify problems, uses judgment to find appropriate solutions and follows through on resolving issues in a timely manner

Skills and Experience

• Sales, marketing or nutritionist experience in preferably the dairy feed industry combined with solid understanding of the dairy market and industry trends.
• Masters or PHD in Ruminant Nutrition/dairy Nutrition and/or extensive experience as a dairy nutritionist – highly advantageous.
• Knowledge of marketing principles and ability to accurately apply and use marketing and sales concepts.
• Ability to research and analyze market/industry/customers and to apply that information to manage accounts and increase sales.
• Ability to understand and apply basic mathematical concepts.
• Ability to incorporate favorable terms for the company into negotiations.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business and professional journals, technical procedures, governmental regulations, and financial reports.
• Ability to effectively present information, communicate with, and respond to questions and complaints from co-workers, management, and customers.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to write reports, correspondence, and procedures.
• Ability to interact with others in a professional and appropriate manner and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and customers.
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems and ability to interpret a variety of instructions, policies and data.
• High motivation level with the ability to perform work with considerable independence under the general direction of supervisor.  Ability to exercise judgment and make decisions independently.

We recognise that talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Our Offer

We provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading.

Our Westway Values

Integrity, Accountability, Teamwork, Passion for Service, Business insight

Westway’s values guide our pursuit of providing a safe and rewarding environment for our employees while helping our customers to thrive.

Our Commitment

We share the commitment of our parent company, ED&F Man Commodities. We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focussed on actively building and developing diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law.

We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

To apply you must have the right to work for the provided location.

Role Overview

We are seeking a talented and ambitious individual to join our trading department at ED&F Man Liquid Products. This is a unique opportunity to manage procurement, sales, and logistics in both domestic and international markets. The initial focus will be on gaining a comprehensive understanding of the molasses market, trade flows, and logistics, with hands-on training across all trading and logistical functions. Through active participation in daily trading operations and collaboration with internal teams, the successful candidate will build the expertise necessary to identify market opportunities and execute trading strategies. This role provides long term development potential for someone eager to demonstrate their skills and experience in the fast-paced soft commodities environment.

Business Overview

ED&F Man Liquid Products Division is the leading global supplier in molasses, molasses blends and related liquid products as well as dry products for primarily the animal feed and fermentation industries. We are a pioneer as well as a trader in liquid agricultural by- and co-products. We offer expertise in animal nutrition and feed dispense technology to farmers. We work closely with manufacturers, such as rum and yeast producers, to provide quality products from sustainable sources. Our capability includes sourcing, shipping, storage and distribution of molasses, molasses blends and other sugar co-products, as well as vegetable and fish oils.

We are part of ED&F Man Commodities, a world leading trader of agricultural products including coffee, sugar, molasses and animal feed.

Key Accountabilities

• Market analysis and strategy: Monitor global molasses markets, analyze supply and demand trends, and develop trading strategies to maximize profitability.
• Sourcing and procurement: Identify and negotiate with suppliers to secure molasses and other liquid by-products at competitive prices.
• Sales and business development: Build and maintain strong relationships with buyers, including feed manufacturers and fermentation clients, to drive sales and expand market reach.
• Logistics and supply chain management: Work alongside MLP logistics team to coordinate transportation, storage, and delivery of molasses, ensuring timely and cost-effective distribution.
• Risk management: Assess and mitigate market risks, including price volatility, currency fluctuations, and geopolitical factors affecting trade.
• Contract negotiation: Draft, review, and manage purchase and sales contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Regulatory compliance: Stay informed of import/export regulations, quality standards, and environmental policies affecting molasses trading.
• Financial and performance reporting: Track trading performance, analyze profit margins, and provide regular reports to management on trading activities.

Skills and Experience

• 5+ years of commercially focused work experience (trading, sales account management or procurement) preferably but not limited to commodities or FMCG.
• Commercial mindset, with excellent interpersonal skills, and the drive and ability, to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and customers.
• Bachelor’s degree in business (preferably supply chain, finance, economics and/or sales and marketing).
• Logical and numerate with good analytical skills and business acumen.
• A strong focus on performance; able to set high standards, goal orientated, ambitious and able to maintain performance under pressure.
• Self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude, proactive and focused on execution.
• Flexible, resilient and adaptable; eager to experience different working environments and able to adjust and respond quickly to the challenges of a constantly changing market and complex supply chain
• Keen to take on new challenges.
• Must be very organized and able to work within tight deadlines with minimum supervision.
• Meticulous with strong attention to detail.
• Excel, Word and PowerPoint experience required.

Able to travel 25-30% of the time to ensure positive working relationships with customers and suppliers

We recognise that talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Our Offer

We provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading.

Our Values

Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy, Client Focus, Entrepreneurship

Our values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs that determine our actions and guide our behaviour. They influence the way we communicate and collaborate, and define the way we engage with our clients, partners, and communities. Our values are underpinned by a set of essential behaviours, which form part of our performance management approach. Delivering on our objectives is very much about ‘what’ we do, but these essential behaviours also provide a guide and measure for ‘how’ we do things. Our performance essentials are Take Initiative, Self‐Management, Deliver Results and Collaboration.

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focussed on actively building and developing diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law.

We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

To apply you must have the right to work for the provided location.