Trade Execution Associate

Overview Connecting clients to markets – and talent to opportunity.With 5,400+ employees and over 80,000 institutional, commercial, and payments clients, we operate from more than 80 offices spread across six continents. As a Fortune 100, Nasdaq-listed provider, we connect clients to the global markets – focusing on innovation, human connection, and providing world-class products and services to all types of investors.Whether you want to forge a career connecting our retail clients to potential trading opportunities, or ingrain yourself in the world of institutional investing, StoneX Group is made up of four business segments that offer endless potential for progression and growth.Business Segment Overview:Commercial: With boots on the ground authenticity at the heart of everything we do, our comprehensive array of commercial products and services enable you to work directly with our clients, across hedging, risk management, execution and clearing, OTC products, commodity finance and more. Position Purpose: The Trade Execution Associate – Meats & Proteins supports the front office sales and trading team in the execution and management of physical protein trades, including beef, poultry, pork, and seafood. This role is responsible for end-to-end operational support, including trade booking, logistics coordination, inventory management, and oversight of food safety and quality assurance programs. The ideal candidate brings strong operational discipline, attention to detail, and a working knowledge of physical protein supply chains and regulatory requirements.This position plays a critical role in ensuring trades are executed accurately, shipments are delivered as planned, inventory is properly reconciled, and food safety standards are met across the portfolio. Responsibilities Primary Accountabilities/Responsibilities: Trade Execution & BookingAccurately capture and book physical protein trades in internal trading and ERP systemReview and validate trade terms including product specifications, quantities, pricing, delivery locations, and timingPrepare documentation for transactions such as purchase orders and sale acknowledgementsBuild and maintain a close relationship with our partners such as suppliers, customers, brokers, and service providersCoordinate closely with the front office trading and sales teams to resolve trade discrepancies and booking issuesLogistics & Order ManagementManage logistics from order confirmation through final delivery, including coordination with carriers, third-party logistics providers, and cold storage facilitiesTrack shipments, delivery schedules, and documentation to ensure timely and accurate fulfillmentResolve logistics issues such as shortages, delays, temperature deviations, or delivery exceptionsInventory Management & ReconciliationMonitor inventory positions across plants, warehouses, and third-party storage locationsPerform regular inventory reconciliations between physical inventory, systems, and trading positionsInvestigate and resolve inventory variances, working with operations, logistics, and finance teams as neededFood Safety & Quality AssuranceSupport and administer the company’s food safety and QA programs, including compliance with USDA, FDA, and customer-specific requirementsMaintain documentation related to product specifications, lot tracking, certifications, and auditsCoordinate product holds, releases, and recalls if required, ensuring full traceability and complianceCross Functional CoordinationServe as a key liaison between trading, logistics, QA, finance, and accounting teams and ensure inventory, freight, shipment, and payment information gets entered into the system of record accurately and efficientlyMonitor trade limits, accounts receivable limits, and aged AR. Follow up with customers on past due invoices and payment plans.Support month end close activities related to inventory, accruals, trade, and PnL reconciliationAssist with continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and risk controlsThis list of responsibilities may not be all-inclusive and can be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as needed Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in Supply Chain, Business, Agriculture, Finance, or a related field3–5 years of relevant experience in trading operations, commodity operations, supply chain, or logistics, preferably within proteins or perishable goodsWorking knowledge of physical protein markets (beef, poultry, pork, seafood) and cold chain logisticsFamiliarity with food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance in the protein or food industryExperience using ERP, trading, or inventory management systems (e.g., SAP, Agri based systems, Quickbooks, Quickbase, or similar platforms)Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneouslyExcellent communication skills and comfort working directly with front office trading teams and external brokersDetail oriented, analytical, and organized with excellent documentation skillsAbility to thrive in a fast paced, deadline driven trading environment Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience supporting a front office trading or sales deskExposure to USDA/FDA regulatory frameworks and audit processesStrong problem-solving skills and a proactive, ownership-oriented mindset Physical requirements/Working conditions: Onsite 4 days per week, 1 day per week remoteOccasional visits to other offices, client meetings and industry events Dynamic, time-sensitive environmentSome travel requiredJob SummaryCategory (Portal Searching): Sales & TradingPosition Type (Portal Searching): Experienced Professional