About The Opportunity

In this full-time position, the employee will be expected to work daily to increase grain net margins and volume by building relationships with local producers, as well as calling on new accounts. The employee will be expected to provide excellent customer service and work well with patrons in a courteous and professional manner. All duties should be performed in accordance with company policies.

Our expectations are that you:

Are available to work Saturdays (as needed)

Are available to work overtime (as needed)

Are able to do heavy lifting, loading and bending (50-100 pounds)

You are right for this role if you:

Have experience working in agriculture and enjoy being a key player in the industry

Have good time management skills

Have good oral and written communication skills

Have good customer services skills

Are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Have confidence and experience in sales

Have a base knowledge of basis merchandising and how it relates to the mechanics of individual contracts and grain strategies

Have a basic knowledge of truck, rail and barge freight as it pertains to the area

Have an understanding of grain accounting, procedures and reports

Have the ability to execute grain strategies and direction as set forth by supervisor

Are skillful in negotiating acceptable and equitable grain purchases with producers and sales to local buyers

Highly qualified candidates will bring:

A BS degree in agriculture or equivalent experience

Knowledge of grain handling/marketing

Mechanical ability (helpful)