Feed Ingredient Sales Specialist

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Market commodities to DFA farmer owners in accordance with individual and team margin and sales goals.
• Negotiate purchases with vendors.
• Call current and potential farmer owners to share promotional offers and garner additional sales opportunities.
• Schedule and order shipments to farmer owners based on their orders.
• Build relationships with members by performing on-farm visits.
• Communicate with vendors daily to build relationships and obtain current information.
• Provide farmer owners and staff with guidance and direction on commodities markets.
• Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion, and sound judgment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture business, marketing, or related field.
• 3 years of commodity trading experience, including vendor negotiation responsibilities.

Education And Experience

May be required to obtain and maintain other certifications and/or licenses for continued employment.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of company computer systems, particularly Microsoft Office Suite and Salesforce.
• Knowledge of commodity transportation and logistics.
• Knowledge of risk management tools.
• Knowledge of dairy production methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of DFA cooperative model.
• Skills in critical thinking, analysis, mathematical calculations, and statistical evaluations.
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Able to multi-task and problem solve.
• Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Able to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork.
• Able to take initiative in performing job and seek increased responsibilities.
• Able to handle challenging or conflict situations with tact and professionalism.
• Able to elicit cooperation from variety of sources, including upper management, plant locations, and others.

Pay Range

$65000 - $85000 base.

Eligible for the DFA Farm Supplies bonus program - additional details shared during interview process.

An Equal Opportunity Employer $65000-$85000 / year