Join the Team
LPC is a commodity trading company specializing in the purchase, sale, storage, and transportation of agricultural commodities throughout the world. As our business continues to grow, we are seeking motivated, detail-oriented professionals to join our team in a variety of roles, including service assistants, freight coordinators, and commodity traders.
Whether you are launching your career or bringing industry experience, we offer the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your contributions directly support the movement of essential agricultural products. We value professionalism, strong communication, problem-solving, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service to our customers and business partners.
Service Assistant
Position Summary
Service Assistants play a vital role in supporting our commodity trading operations. This position works closely with traders, freight coordinators, customers, suppliers, and carriers to ensure contracts are processed accurately, shipments move efficiently, and customers receive exceptional service.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is interested in building a long-term career in the agricultural commodities industry.
Responsibilities
Prepare and process commodity purchase and sales contracts.
Enter and maintain accurate trade information within company systems.
Assist with coordinating shipments and monitoring delivery schedules.
Communicate with customers, suppliers, warehouses, and transportation providers.
Maintain contract files and supporting documentation.
Review invoices, freight bills, scale tickets, and other transaction documents for accuracy.
Assist with inventory tracking and contract fulfillment.
Resolve documentation discrepancies and communicate updates to the appropriate parties.
Provide administrative support to the trading and logistics teams.
Deliver exceptional customer service while maintaining professionalism and attention to detail.
Qualifications
Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Experience in agriculture, transportation, logistics, customer service, or commodity trading is a plus, but not required.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation
Annual profit-sharing bonus
401(k) with company match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Monday - Friday schedule
Professional development and on-the-job training
Opportunities for advancement within the company
A collaborative, team-oriented work environment
Career Growth
Many of our team members begin their careers as Service Assistants before advancing into Freight Coordinator and Commodity Trader positions. If you are looking for a career—not just a job—we encourage you to apply.
Freight Coordinator
Position Summary
Freight Coordinators are responsible for planning, coordinating, and monitoring the transportation of agricultural commodities from origin to destination. Working closely with traders, customers, suppliers, warehouses, and transportation providers, this individual ensures shipments are executed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving logistical challenges, and can effectively manage multiple shipments simultaneously.
Responsibilities
Coordinate the transportation of agricultural commodities by truck, rail, and other transportation modes.
Schedule pickups and deliveries with customers, suppliers, warehouses, and carriers.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with trucking companies, freight brokers, and logistics partners.
Monitor shipments and proactively address delays, scheduling conflicts, or transportation issues.
Work closely with commodity traders to ensure contracts are executed efficiently.
Verify shipping documentation, bills of lading, freight invoices, and delivery receipts.
Maintain accurate transportation records and shipment tracking information.
Communicate shipment updates to customers and internal team members.
Assist in negotiating freight rates and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
Ensure compliance with company procedures and applicable transportation regulations.
Help resolve freight claims, shortages, and delivery discrepancies.
Qualifications
Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required.
Experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, agriculture, or commodity merchandising is preferred.
Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Experience with transportation management or commodity trading software is a plus.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation
Annual profit-sharing bonus
401(k) with company match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Monday - Friday schedule
Professional development and on-the-job training
Opportunities for advancement within the company
A collaborative, team-oriented work environment
Career Growth
Our Freight Coordinators play a critical role in the success of our trading operation. As they gain experience in logistics, market dynamics, and customer relationships, many advance into senior operations, merchandising, or Commodity Trader positions.
Commodity Trader
Position Summary
Commodity Traders are responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and marketing agricultural commodities while developing long-term relationships with customers and suppliers. This role combines market analysis, business development, negotiation, and strategic decision-making to identify opportunities, manage risk, and execute profitable transactions.
The ideal candidate is self-motivated, competitive, and relationship-focused, with excellent communication skills and a passion for markets and agriculture.
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain relationships with producers, suppliers, customers, processors, and industry partners.
Identify opportunities to buy and sell agricultural commodities in domestic and international markets.
Negotiate purchase and sales agreements while maximizing profitability and maintaining customer satisfaction.
Monitor commodity markets, supply and demand trends, freight costs, weather conditions, and other factors affecting pricing and availability.
Analyze market data to identify trading opportunities and manage market risk.
Coordinate with Freight Coordinators and Service Assistants to ensure timely and accurate contract execution.
Prepare and negotiate purchase and sales contracts.
Resolve contract issues and maintain strong customer relationships throughout each transaction.
Expand the company's customer base through business development and networking.
Represent the company with professionalism, integrity, and exceptional customer service.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Business, Economics, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred, but not required.
Experience in commodity merchandising, agricultural sales, grain merchandising, commodity trading, or business development is preferred.
Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to make informed decisions in a fast-paced, market-driven environment.
Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Willingness to travel periodically to visit customers, suppliers, and industry events.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation
Annual profit-sharing bonus
401(k) with company match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Monday - Friday schedule
Professional development and on-the-job training
Opportunities for advancement within the company
A collaborative, team-oriented work environment
Join Our Team
At our company, traders are more than buyers and sellers—they are trusted advisors, relationship builders, and problem solvers. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, build a network throughout the agricultural industry, and play a direct role in the movement of commodities that support food production and manufacturing across North America.
If you're driven by competition, enjoy building lasting business relationships, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.
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