Elevator Manager

About the role

Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients. Using plant-based resources, we collaborate with our customers and partners to imagine and offer ingredients to better feed people and treat patients. Each of our ingredients responds to unique and essential needs, and they enable healthier lifestyles. The Elevator Manager is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Country Elevator(s), including originating and merchandising corn and soybeans, maintaining a compliant hedge position, and developing strong farmer/customer relationships. As this is a remote site, the Elevator Manager operates with a high degree of autonomy, ensuring daily operational excellence and compliance with all Roquette standards. This position is located in Stockport, IA.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage and direct all work associated with safe and efficient elevator operations.
• Originate and merchandise grain to meet budget volume and profitability targets.
• Develop and maintain strong public relations with the local farmer client base.
• Manage all contracts, grain accounting, and payments for the elevator.
• Monitor daily long/short positions to effectively control grain handling, storage, and transportation.
• Procure and manage all logistics related to grain storage and transportation.
• Establish and implement short-term goals consistent with long-term growth plans, including facility, equipment, and personnel.
• Supervise and develop full-time and seasonal employees, ensuring adherence to safety and Roquette procedures.
• Oversee site maintenance needs and projects to ensure equipment functions properly and safely.

Requirements

Education: BS/BA in Agriculture Business/Economics, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.

Experience: 2–3+ years of combined production agriculture and elevator management experience; 2–3 years of supervisory experience; 5–7 years of grain operations management/marketing experience.

Pay

The current salary range for this role is estimated to be $88,065‑$119,200. In addition, this position may also be eligible to earn performance‑based incentive compensation.

Schedule

Work Schedule: Full‑time, Monday–Friday, with extended hours including weekends during harvest. Works half of Roquette holidays when CBOT is open.

Travel: Primarily local during the business day, with some out‑of‑area and overnight travel expected.