Farmer Merchandiser

Louis Dreyfus Company•Upper Sandusky, OH

About The Position

Overall Purpose and Objective of Position This position serves as the lead point of contact with local commercial & COOP accounts to source soybeans for the processing operations in Upper Sandusky, OH.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Finance, Business Administration or other business discipline.
One to three in the grain business in a merchandising capacity
Working knowledge of futures markets, hedging and arbitrage
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong quantitative skills, including basic knowledge of statistics, algebra (e.g., supply and demand relationships, analysis of price relationships)
Ability to organize multiple responsibilities, prioritize workload and perform multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Proficiency with spreadsheet and word processing software, (e.g., Excel and MS Word).
Must have valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

Experience with rail logistics and a familiarity with the eastern rail market

Responsibilities

Originates soybeans from commercial accounts in the Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan drawing arc
Maintains daily communication, organizes logistical services, and assists with accounting issues with suppliers
Works with soybean meal and soy hull pellet traders to buy grain in areas that maximize backhaul opportunities.
Communicates regularly with US soybean team to define origination strategy and pricing targets
Assists with inbound and outbound truck and rail logistics for soybean origination.
Gathers news, statistics and information related to individual commodity supply and demand from customers and trade sources, and distributes that information to the remainder of the group to support overall strategic trading/positioning (i.e., contributes to research function).
Helps manage receivables and facilitates innovative methods to keep accounts receivable and average number of days to pay at a minimum.
Identifies, qualifies and captures new business; develops and contributes to customer/supplier list.
Works closely with soybean receiving office, learns Compuweigh and probing / grading operations. Occasionally communicates with truckers/suppliers regarding quality.
Assists and participates with Customer visits
Participates in regular crop tours to assess conditions and potential yields to anticipate markets
Other duties as assigned
Weekend work may be required

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage
401k with Company Match
Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles)

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