Commodity Broker Jobs

Commodity Broker jobs are open from entry-level trading assistants to senior brokers and desk heads, across agricultural, energy, metals, and financial commodities markets, with specializations in futures trading, options hedging, and physical commodity logistics. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles162+
Top stateTexas
Top employerCisco
Top cityHouston, TX
Work type51% Hybrid
Top industryManufacturing

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Commodity Buyer
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Commodity Buyer
Volkswagen Group of America
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
1,001-5,000

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Sr. Principal Commodity Manager - Mechanical Components
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Sr. Principal Commodity Manager - Mechanical Components
Mercury Systems
Hudson, New Hampshire
Business Development
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Partnerships & Business Development
$87k - $216k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in business
1,001-5,000

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Commodity Purchasing Manager
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Commodity Purchasing Manager
Mayer
Norcross, Georgia
Business Strategy
Marketing
Product Management
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in marketing
501-1,000

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Commodity Manager- Material Sourcing
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Commodity Manager- Material Sourcing
Stratasys
Illinois
Procurement & Purchasing
Procurement & Supply Chain
Supply Chain
Bachelor's degree in business

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Global Commodity Manager, IP and EDA Licensing, Infrastructure Supply Chain and Manufacturing Operations
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Global Commodity Manager, IP and EDA Licensing, Infrastructure Supply Chain and Manufacturing Operations
Google
Sunnyvale, California
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project Management
$159k - $230k/yr
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Commodity Broker Job Market

Who's Hiring

Cisco6 open roles
Deloitte6 open roles
Amazon4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Technology & Software
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Banking & Financial Services
  • Automotive

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in commodity broker jobs.

  • Series 3 National Commodity Futures Examination license or ability to obtain it
  • Experience executing trades in futures, options, or physical commodity markets
  • Proficiency with Bloomberg Terminal, CQG, or other commodity trading platforms
  • Strong understanding of commodity price risk, hedging strategies, and market fundamentals
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, agriculture, or a related field
  • Ability to build and maintain a client book through cold outreach and relationship management

Tips for Your Commodity Broker Job Search

Tailor your resume to the commodity class

Hiring managers in energy brokerage look for different experience than those in agricultural or metals desks. Call out the specific commodity class you've traded or brokered, crude, grains, copper, right in your summary so screeners don't have to guess.

List your Series 3 license upfront

Many commodity broker postings require or strongly prefer a Series 3 license from the National Futures Association. Put it in your resume header alongside any other CFTC-related credentials so it's visible before a recruiter reads your first bullet point.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists commodity broker openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings that name your execution systems

Firms post the platforms they use, Bloomberg Terminal, CQG, ION, or FIS Kiodex. When a posting names a system you know well, say so explicitly in your application. Matching their tech stack signals you can trade from day one.

Prepare a P&L narrative for interviews

Interviewers at commodity brokerage firms expect you to walk through a trade you managed from entry to exit. Prepare a concise story covering your thesis, the market conditions, how you managed the position, and what the outcome taught you.

Negotiate your split before you accept

Commission structures in commodity brokerage vary widely between firms, base plus draw, pure commission, and desk splits all exist. Ask directly how the payout model works and what a typical book looks like at six months and two years before you sign.

Commodity Broker Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most commodity brokers?

The companies hiring the most commodity brokers right now include Cisco, Deloitte, and Amazon, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity shifts with commodity cycles, so checking current listings gives you the most accurate picture.

How many commodity broker jobs are remote?

About 75% of commodity broker openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by commodity class and firm type. Research and analysis roles, as well as independent broker-dealer positions with established books, tend to offer more location flexibility than floor-adjacent or institutional trading desk roles.

How do you become a commodity broker?

Start by earning a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, agriculture, or a related field, then pass the Series 3 exam administered through the National Futures Association to gain your commodity futures license. Next, join a registered futures commission merchant or introducing broker as a junior broker or trading assistant. Build your commodity knowledge in a specific asset class, energy, agriculture, or metals, and develop a client base through consistent outreach and market expertise.

Can you get a commodity broker job with little experience?

Yes, entry-level commodity broker roles exist, typically as trading assistants, junior brokers, or commodity analyst positions at introducing brokers and regional firms. Passing the Series 3 before you apply signals commitment and removes a common hiring barrier. Internships at commodity trading advisors or futures commission merchants are the most direct path to your first paid role, since firms prefer to train candidates who already understand basic futures mechanics.

What does the commodity broker interview process look like?

Most commodity broker interviews follow a multi-stage process starting with a phone screen focused on your background and understanding of futures markets. A technical round typically follows, covering options pricing, margin mechanics, and how you'd handle a losing position. Final rounds at larger firms often include a panel with senior brokers or desk heads and may involve a mock client call or a walk-through of a real trade you've managed from entry to close.

Where can I find and apply to commodity broker jobs?

You can find and apply to commodity broker jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings by location or role type, find the positions that match your background and commodity focus, and apply directly to each one that fits.

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