A good place to work if you really enjoy trading commodities - Grain Merchandiser ADM Employee Review

4.0
Oct 30, 2008
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Pros

It's a great place to learn how to trade grain, but not a good place to work if you DON'T want to trade commodities as a career. Basically, if you come in trading right out of college, its pretty difficult to transition into a different part of the company. The the long haul traders have been there for thirty years, and all they have done is trade grain or a different commodity.

Cons

Long hours during the fall (harvest). The job involves trading - hitting the phones, lots of noise, constantly.

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5.0
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Pros

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Cons

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2.0
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Pros

You have the opportunity to see the direct impact of your work across different locations and interact with people from a wide range of backgrounds. The role also allows you to build strong, genuine relationships with colleagues working alongside you day to day.

Cons

There is a noticeable lack of transparency within the organization. Communication from senior team members can be inconsistent, and at times feels misaligned with their actions. Recognition and positive feedback are limited, particularly outside of established internal circles. The company’s technology and processes can be outdated and overly complex, which can hinder efficiency. Additionally, the organizational structure is quite hierarchical, and there appears to be limited initiative from leadership to drive meaningful change. The role often extends beyond typical analyst responsibilities, requiring significant emotional labor in addition to technical work.

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