Grain Merchandising Manager

Are you looking to join a leading company with a strong reputation for innovation and a commitment to excellence in the agricultural industry? This is a unique opportunity to step into a Grain Merchandising Manager role, where you'll be at the heart of commercial and trading activities in the grain market. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and have a passion for maximizing profitability while building meaningful relationships, we encourage you to apply!

What's in it for you:

• Impactful Role: Join a team where your contributions to grain merchandising, market strategy, and profitability will drive company growth.
• Relocation Assistance: Available for qualified candidates to help make your transition seamless.
• Supportive Team Environment: Supervise and collaborate with a dedicated merchandiser and work alongside cross-functional teams.
• Professional Growth: Access to development opportunities in grain merchandising, trading, and market analytics.

This role will be responsible for:

• Conducting trading activities to optimize profitability.
• Managing grain origination and overseeing profit and loss for the grain elevator.
• Executing hedging strategies and monitoring cash grain positions.
• Maintaining key customer relationships and ensuring superior customer service.
• Supporting the maintenance of the grain warehouse license and associated requirements.

Expectations will include:

• Building and maintaining strong partnerships with customers, farmers, and internal stakeholders.
• Analyzing market trends and conditions to identify and leverage opportunities.
• Facilitating open communication with accounting and operational teams to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Responding to customer inquiries and providing accurate market information in a timely manner.
• Collaborating with sales and operations to align market intelligence with strategic goals.

A qualified candidate will possess the following:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: At least 8 years in ag-business, commodity trading, or a related field with a strong analytical foundation.
• Skills: Proficiency in MS Office Suite; experience with Power BI and CBOT trading is a plus.
• Knowledge: Basic accounting, sales, and negotiation skills, along with familiarity with market values, pricing, and margins.
• Travel: Ability to travel up to 10%.

Compensation: $95K+ DOE

Benefits: Full benefits, great retirement and incentives!

Desired Location: Southern Indiana

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*Candidates must be eligible to work in the US as well as meet the qualifications listed above in order to be considered for the Grain Merchandising Manager job.