commodity trader
Resume:
JONATHAN WIEDEMAN
**** **** ******, *** #* Chicago, IL 60657 C: 630-***-**** actj7z@r.postjobfree.com
SUMMARY
Highly talented and profitable electronic Grain Trader with background in fundamentals and technical analysis. Over 7 years of experience trading in grain markets. Trade a vast variety of agriculture products including corn, soybeans, soybean oil, meal and wheat, with an emphasis on corn. Excellent in performing in fast-paced/high-pressure environments. Adapt well to extreme market volatility. Self-sufficient and independent trading operation.
EXPERIENCE
Independent Grain Trader; Chicago (2007-Present)
Execute day and night trading in the grain complex via electronic platforms (T4 Cunningham)
Implement short term strategies on current fundamentals/technicals/market movement to increase profitability
Carry out strategies through futures, options and calendar spreads
Gather and analyze market information with a strong focus on chart movement (i.e. daily moving averages, new highs/lows, increases/decreases in volume)
Actively watch daily news, research, and events regarding grains, including weather affecting supply and demand and import/exports that have an effect on current grain prices
Communicate with grain analysts, traders and farmers daily sharing information and strategies
Manage risk using stop losses as an exit on trades
Consistently profitable year over year
Brokers Assistant/Corn Pit; Chicago Board of Trade (2001-2007)
Endorsed orders for brokers in fast-paced environment
Supplied market data inclusive of current bids and offers in the corn market and received orders via headset for multiple trading desks
Tracked traders’ current positions as well as purchases and sales (P&S)
Responsible for organizing brokers’ order deck on a daily basis
Relayed market information to manage future funds
Helped in execution for institutional funds
EDUCATION
Loras College; Dubuque, IA (2001-2005)
Bachelor of Science in Public Relations and Communications
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