Low Carbon Grain Origination Specialist

Louis Dreyfus Company • Grand Junction, IA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Low Carbon Origination Specialist is responsible for growing and supporting low carbon intensity (CI) grain supply programs, with a focus on farmer engagement, 45Z program implementation, and low CI corn origination.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Ag Business, Business, Finance, or Agronomy.
• A valid driver’s license
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet and word-processing software (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet strict monthly deadlines.
• Proactively approaches job duties and potential problems.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills.

Nice To Haves

• 2-3 years experience in grain origination with producers and/or commercial organizations.
• A background in agronomy or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of farm operations, crop production systems, and on-farm decision-making, with the ability to effectively engage producers on agronomic, operational, and business considerations.
• Knowledge of low carbon fuel markets, 45Z tax credit programs, regenerative agriculture, or sustainability initiatives.
• Excellent relationship-building, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple programs, stakeholder relationships, and data tracking requirements simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary farmer-facing contact for low CI and 45Z programs, providing technical guidance on program requirements, eligible practices, data collection, recordkeeping, contracting, and premium opportunities.
• Originate and secure low CI corn volumes to meet customer and biofuel market demand.
• Lead farmer enrollment and onboarding into low CI feedstock programs, including contract execution, bushel tracking, and CI score projections.
• Maintain program records and support reporting requirements related to low CI grain origination, feedstock compliance, and program performance.
• Coordinate with MRV (Measurement, Reporting, and Verification) partners and support farmers in completing required data collection and submissions.
• Identify, recruit, and build relationships with producers adopting low CI farming practices.
• Plan and deliver producer-facing events, meetings, and educational programs focused on low carbon agriculture and biofuel feedstock opportunities.
• Work closely with internal merchandising, sustainability, and compliance teams to support growth of low carbon grain supply chains.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level