Commercial Trainee (Singapore)

About the role

ADM offers a two-year Commercial Trainee Programme in Singapore, designed to accelerate growth and equip you with the skills and knowledge needed for a role in the Global Trade Commercial team. The programme follows a learning plan that balances business needs and personal development, covering both theory and practice.

Key responsibilities

• Year 1: spend time in your home country as a Commercial Trainee, learning the fundamentals of the agricultural commodity business through a structured rotation across all supporting business functions.
• Year 2: apply those skills with more autonomy and market exposure, presenting on a business problem of your choice and developing a solution for the company.
• On successful completion, receive an offer for a junior trader role in the Global Trade Team.

Required profile

• Master's or bachelor's degree.
• Strong interest in commodity trading.
• Entrepreneurial, hands-on and self-motivated, with a drive for continuous improvement.
• Organised, detail-oriented and able to work autonomously.
• High ethical standards, honesty and transparency.
• Team player with excellent communication skills and relationship-building.
• Internationally mobile, willing to accept assignments in different countries on short notice.

What we offer

• A unique commercial experience across different Asian locations at ADM.
• Hands-on exposure and real responsibility for commercial, risk management and/or logistical decisions across multiple commodity markets.
• Mentorship by an experienced trader.
• Meaningful projects contributing to global trading challenges.
• Career opportunities in a world-leading agriculture company.