Grain Merchandiser - Grand Island, United States - Aurora Cooperative Elevator Company

Description

Job DetailsJob LocationGI Terminal Grand Island, NEDescriptionPURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENTThis Grain Merchandiser position will work extensively with producers in procuring grain, setting up marketing programs, and executing logistics to help achieve financial goals.

You must be a self-starter, able to work independently, be detail oriented, and be able to build and maintain relationships with customers.

Excellent communication skills including verbal and written communication are a must.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSBuild and maintain long-term relationships with producers, truckers, and end users.
Maintain customer accounts and handle all account related issues in a timely manner to ensure good customer service.
Be able to understand grain markets, industry reports and be able to analyze any changes in market trends.
Develop knowledge of competitors values and activities.
Understand supply chain management including both truck and rail logistics.
Work closely with the grain merchandising team to ensure effective trading and risk strategies are in place and executed.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONSCollaborate internally with other merchandisers, hedge desk, accounting, and transportation personnel, to exchange information as needed.
Identify new market opportunities and help build the brand to expand the business.
Become familiar with all physical plant operations including safety, grading, and truck and rail procedures.
Assist in planning, developing, and implementing grain merchandising strategies and goals.
Other responsibilities as assigned.

REQUIREMENTSExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong critical thinking and decision making skillsAbility to organize and prioritize responsibilitiesMust be a motivated self-starterFamiliarity with the industry EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEBachelor's degree preferred in Ag Business, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or related field.

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIESProficient in Microsoft OfficeExcellent math skillsOTHER REQUIREMENTSProven ability to maintain confidentiality. Demonstrate a positive "Can Do" attitude; strong work ethic, self-starter that requires little supervision and has a high level of initiativeWilling to work additional hours beyond the normal work week during harvest, month-end, and year-end preparationA valid driver's licenseMust be able to move/lift up to 25 poundsSpecific vision abilities are required such as close and distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus