Senior Merchandiser

Job Description

Senior Merchandiser

We are Maersk

At Maersk, we are pioneers in logistics. We are embarking on a bold transformation to become the global integrator of container logistics, connecting and simplifying our customers’ supply chains. With a strong focus on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we offer our people the opportunity to grow, learn, and make a meaningful impact in a diverse and inclusive global organization.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Senior Merchandiser to drive growth in Frey’s producer origination book across the Baltimore, Maryland draw territory. In this role, you will be responsible for profitably originating grains and oilseeds into Frey’s transload facility at the Seagirt Marine Terminal. You will play a critical role in managing domestic trade flows, FOB truck execution, quality oversight, and coordination with Ports America operations, while acting as a key commercial partner to our Grains and Oilseeds trading and logistics teams.This is a hands-on, commercial role suited for a market-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced, data-informed environment and enjoys building strong external partnerships while collaborating closely with internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Originate, negotiate, and execute domestic grain and oilseed trade flows into Frey’s transload facility at Seagirt Marine Terminal, Baltimore.
• Book, negotiate, and manage FOB truck flows into the facility, ensuring efficient and profitable execution.
• Monitor inbound and outbound product quality and provide clear instructions to Ports America operations on segregation and blending strategies.
• Build, maintain, and expand relationships with farmers, suppliers, customers, brokers, warehouses, processors, and logistics partners within the region.
• Share market intelligence and commercial insights with export traders within the Grains and Oilseeds vertical.
• Coordinate closely with logistics teams to ensure seamless booking execution and operational alignment.
• Prepare and deliver weekly updates covering market developments, trading activity, risks, opportunities, and performance related to Baltimore transload activities.
• Enter contracts, hedge futures, manage pricing, and oversee net position exposure in close coordination with the broader commercial team.

Who We Are Looking For

We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds who bring the following:

• Experience in agricultural merchandising, grain and oilseed trading, or commodity origination.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to negotiate, manage risk, and execute trades profitably.
• Working knowledge of FOB truck logistics, transload operations, and quality management practices.
• A relationship-driven mindset with the ability to engage confidently with farmers and external partners.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across trading, logistics, and operations teams.
• A data-driven and entrepreneurial approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Alignment with Frey and Maersk values: trustworthy, ambitious, re-thinking, data-driven, and entrepreneurial.

What We Offer

• A key commercial role with real impact in a growing origination and trading platform.
• Exposure to global grain and oilseed markets within Maersk’s integrated logistics ecosystem.
• Opportunities for professional development through close collaboration with experienced traders and commercial leaders.
• Competitive compensation and access to Maersk’s standard benefits and learning offerings.

Practical Information

• Location: Baltimore, MD (on-site at or supporting Seagirt Marine Terminal operations)
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Salary Range: USD 75,000–95,000 (final compensation aligned with experience and internal equity)
• Travel: Limited, as required for supplier and operational engagement

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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