Grain Merchandiser - Gold Star FS - Cambridge, IL
COMPANY:
Gold Star FS
HIRING MANAGER:
Lauren Johnson
LOCATION:
Cambridge, IL
PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT
Responsible for implementing and providing leadership to the grain merchandising program.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Develops and implements grain merchandising programs including sales and hedging contracts, margins, bids, and open grain positions
Establishes and communicates storage and drying rates and basic contracts
Determines daily bids, selects best bids and monitors competitive bids
Assists with the development and implementation of grain origination marketing plans
Communicates and coordinates with elevator managers to ensure adequate quantity and quality of inventories to meet merchandising goals
Maintains consolidated daily position and other grain related records
Ensures regulatory compliance
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs all other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
Normally requires a college degree, preferably in Ag Economics, Ag Marketing or Agri-Business or the equivalent thereof, and 3 or more years of experience in agricultural marketing and the ability to provide grain merchandising leadership, project management, negotiation, problem-solving and planning skills
Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development
Must have and maintain a valid driver s license and clean driving record
Must have the ability to travel independently and overnight when necessary
Must be willing to work extended hours beyond those considered normal
Occasionaly lift 21-50 lbs
Occasionally performs work in extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.
)
Occasionally performs duties around noisy conditions
Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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