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COLUMBIA GRAIN

Grain Merchant

Portland, OR · On-site

Job Title: Grain Merchant Department: Merchandising Reports To: Vice-President, Grain Division ... commissions, ratios and conversions quickly and accurately. * Good work ethic (team environment ...

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How much do commission grain merchandiser jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for commission grain merchandiser in the United States is $124,328.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34,000.00 and $190,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Commission Grain Merchandiser vs Grain Buyer?

AspectCommission Grain MerchandiserGrain Buyer
CredentialsTypically requires knowledge of grain markets, sales experience, and sometimes licenses or certificationsOften requires similar knowledge, sales skills, and certifications related to grain trading
Work EnvironmentWorks with farmers, elevators, and traders, often in field or office settingsWorks primarily in trading offices, warehouses, or on-site at grain facilities
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed by grain companies, cooperatives, and independent tradersEmployed by grain companies, cooperatives, and trading firms

The main difference is that a Commission Grain Merchandiser primarily earns commissions based on sales, while a Grain Buyer focuses on purchasing grain directly. Both roles require market knowledge and sales skills, but the Commission Grain Merchandiser emphasizes sales commissions, whereas the Grain Buyer emphasizes procurement responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Commission Grain Merchandiser job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 57% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 42% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $124,328 per year, or $59.8 per hour.

Grain Merchant

COLUMBIA GRAIN

Portland, OR • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Columbia Grain rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

154th of 443 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Job Title: Grain Merchant

Department: Merchandising

Reports To: Vice-President, Grain Division

Columbia Grain International, LLC is a global leader in the origination, processing, logistics, and distribution of high-quality bulk grains, pulses, edible beans, oilseeds, and organics for domestic and worldwide export markets. Our vertically integrated company is headquartered in Portland, OR, and we own and operate over 60 facilities, including grain elevators and pulse processing plants across WA, ID, MT, NE, and ND.

At all levels of our organization, our employees are some of the most experienced and knowledgeable in the industry. We've spent over 40 years cultivating lasting partnerships with a wide network of producers and the local communities surrounding our facilities, which enables us to source the highest quality product to fulfill our mission of feeding the world.

Position Description

The Grain Merchant is primarily responsible for buying and selling bulk grain utilizing shuttle freight, DET's, COT's, single rail cars and trucks. The Grain Merchant will work with the other members of the team to work toward operational goals while maintaining quality and efficiencies.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Trades major product line commodities for the company rail as a profit/loss center.
  • Monitors export and domestic markets and arbitrage opportunities.
  • Hedges purchases/sales of commodities through an on-line order entry system.
  • Coordinates grain shipments with elevator managers, other merchants and customers.
  • Projects freight needs and corresponding coverage in deferred positions.
  • Monitors railroad and barge performance, events, tariffs and rail incentive programs.
  • Communicates with other company departments, vendors and customers.
  • Other duties assigned.

Skills, Knowledge, Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or Business-related or 4 year's industry experience.
  • Strong conceptual and problem-solving skills to evaluate problems and apply knowledge to identify appropriate solutions; ability to resolve issues effectively and efficiently.
  • Strong customer service orientation and ability to establish solid working relationships.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and other employees.
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
  • Strong interpersonal skills; ability to interact with all levels of management.
  • Ability to be flexible and adaptive to successfully achieve the function of the position.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, storage, interest, commissions, ratios and conversions quickly and accurately.
  • Good work ethic (team environment, both safe and quality), efficient and willingness to perform all required work with good attendance.

Benefits Offered

  • Comprehensive Health, Dental, and RX benefits
  • Company paid Life Insurance and Disability
  • Flexible Spending Plans
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401K Retirement savings plan
  • Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick leave

Successful completion of initial and ongoing employment screens, including but not limited to criminal background and vehicle record as required.

Columbia Grain is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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