Grain Originator

Job Overview

Primary Objective: Coordinate the procurement and movement of grain for the given trade area of the company that will allow the grain department to meet the goals and objectives established.

Major Accountabilities:

The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.

• Determine the best use of marketing strategies available for our customers and coordinate with our location personnel to promote those strategies.
• Gain in market share growth of bushels purchased annually.
• Participate in conducting grower meetings.
• Ensure that grain contracts are written and communicated for purchases made as they are consummated to eliminate market risk.
• Coordinate/Dispatch trucks to fulfill customer/IAS grain contracts.
• Prepare freight payables for assigned haulers timely and accurate.
• Assist with grain accounting as directed.
• Complete internal reports and other documents on a timely basis.
• Promote and portray a positive attitude towards customers and co-workers.
• Accept and carry out any other assignments given by your supervisor

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Proven basic knowledge of merchandising strategies preferred.
• Microsoft Office Suite programs.
• Proven basic knowledge of computer operations.
• Logistics management experience.
• Display a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently.
• Ability to communicate information or ideas effectively in written or oral form.
• Ability to organize, deal with change effectively and work on multiple tasks concurrently.
• Post-secondary education or the equivalent of education and experience.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Adaptability:

Requires static strength to lift, push, pull, or, on occasion, carry objects with a minimum weight of 50 pounds. Also, flexibility to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs. Some tasks involve repetitive motion.

Agricultural Environment – Possible exposure to seasonal weather, outdoor conditions, and agricultural products.