Job Description:

Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future

Nutreco is a member of the SHV family, and we are committed to 'Feeding the Future' through sustainable and innovative practices. Nutreco has two business lines: Skretting is a leading global provider of innovative aquafeed solutions, revolutionizing aquaculture for a sustainable future. Trouw Nutrition specializes in animal nutrition and is committed to advancing livestock health and productivity through cutting-edge solutions.

Trouw Nutrition is seeking a Risk Manager – Commodities in our Puslinch, ON office focused on commodities and price risk mitigation to safeguard the company from financial exposure caused by market volatility. In this role, you will develop and execute risk management strategies, utilizing hedging instruments like futures, options, and swaps to mitigate price fluctuations. Your expertise will help ensure stability across the supply chain and support cost management.

Key responsibilities include analyzing market trends, monitoring price movements, and providing actionable insights to leadership. You will collaborate with procurement, operations, and finance teams to align risk strategies with broader business objectives.

This position is ideal for someone with a deep understanding of commodity markets and strong analytical skills. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about managing complex financial challenges, join us to make a meaningful impact on our company’s success and future growth.

About The Role: Develop and implement risk management strategies

Responsibilities:

• Analyze market trends and commodity price movements
• Execute hedging strategies to mitigate price risks
• Monitor risk exposures and adjust strategies as needed
• Prepare and present risk reports to senior leadership
• Ensure compliance with regulations and internal policies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align strategies with business goals
• Engage with external partners and maintain market awareness

Skills and Expertise

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related field; CFA or FRM preferred
• 5+ years of experience in commodities risk management
• Hands-on experience with derivatives, futures, options, and swaps
• Familiarity with risk management software and trading platforms is an asset
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Bilingual French and English is an asset

Expectation from the Role:

• Deep knowledge of commodity markets and hedging techniques
• Strong decision-making under uncertain conditions
• Proficiency in financial modeling and risk analysis
• Safeguard the company’s exposure to commodity price volatility and support strategic decision-making
• Hybrid mode: Required to be in the office for at least 2 days per week

Why you Will Love Working with Us

Global Benefits:

• Be part of our sustainable mission with opportunities to grow within Nutreco, Skretting, Trouw Nutrition and the broader SHV group
• Embrace our culture of diversity and inclusion, where we respect and value everyone
• Annual bonus

Local Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA benefits that start on Day 1!
• Maternal top-up and Tuition Reimbursement
• 15 vacation days
• Robust pension plan with employer matching that begins on Day 1!

Next Steps:

We value a seamless candidate experience and will review your application within five (5) business days. We appreciate your interest in joining our mission to innovate and sustainably shape the future of food production. We thank you for choosing a career with us and sharing your ambition to “Feed the Future!

Final candidates who are being considered for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship.

We are committed to employment equity, and we encourage applications from qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.

Our corporate values FEED your career: Passion | Inclusivity | Integrity | Trust | Curiosity. These values are engrained into our core and shape everything we do.

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Our organisation:
Nutreco is a global leader in animal nutrition and fish feed. Our advanced nutritional solutions are at the origin of food for millions of consumers worldwide. Quality, innovation and sustainability are guiding principles, embedded in the Nutreco culture from research and raw material procurement to products and services for agriculture and aquaculture. Experience across 100 years brings Nutreco a rich heritage of knowledge and experience for building its future.

Equal Opportunity Employer: 

Nutreco is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Nutreco is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.