Grain Originator

Bartlett•Kansas City, KS

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The intent of this position is to establish long-term relationships with suppliers to pursue grain origination that will maximize Minnesota elevator volume and support trading activities. This position will target producers and develop effective pricing strategies and promotions, represent the company at the farm level, and play a key role in planning logistics to meet the needs of producers and the facility.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in lieu of degree
2+ years trading experience
Excellent organizational skills
The ability to work under pressure
Strong analytical skills
Strategic approach to the marketplace
Strong communication skills and relationship management
The ability to work well with others at all levels within the organization
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs

Responsibilities

Establish long-term relationships with suppliers to pursue grain origination that will maximize Minnesota elevator volume and support trading activities.
Target producers and develop effective pricing strategies and promotions.
Represent the company at the farm level.
Play a key role in planning logistics to meet the needs of producers and the facility.
Complete research to identify producers in Kansas and Missouri areas.
Establish effective daily communication with customer base.
Expand the producer network in the draw area to the terminal facilities.
Buy grain from local farm producers.
Promote all commodity programs/products and provide feedback to Manager on new opportunities.
Provide market insights to local producers.
Report grain purchases to the hedging staff.
Enter all contracts promptly and secure counterparty confirm/signature.
Help cultivate company perspective on price/quality based on information received from producers, elevator customers, and competing elevators.
Properly monitor standing pricing orders from the farmer to the hedge desk.
Annually review producer profiles and target suppliers.
Provide feedback to Manager on crop production intentions, yield expectations, and acreage revenue needs, along with transportation needs/challenges.
Collaborate with Manager to properly manage inbound truck schedule/logistics.
Identify new customer opportunities.
Actively participate in weekly merchandising meetings and regular operations meetings.
Participate in annual volume/margin forecasting.
Understand and participate in space management discussions.
Work with our logistics team in shipping grain in a cost-effective and efficient manner.
Represent the Company in a professional manner.
Exhibit fair, ethical, and legal commercial standards.
Perform other duties as assigned and/or requested.

Benefits

401(k) plan with company match
Profit sharing plan
Health Insurance, Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability coverage paid 100% for Team Member
Dental and Vision insurance available
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Uniform Services Time Off (USTO)
Uniform Services Differential Pay
A culture that appreciates Team Members