Market Development Merchant

Responsibilities

• Manage logistics and execution of assigned program(s).
• Maintain and establish new relationships with customers to ensure smooth operations.
• Ensure understanding of the requirements of our shareholders for quality, commodity safety, volume and purity (where applicable).
• Ensure inventory accuracy.
• Manage product inventory to keep production running, increase dump quantity and minimize dump times.
• Provide timely communication to various departments and staff regarding commodity positions, loading obligations and loading schedules; and other information pertinent to assigned program(s).
• Cook up and set expectations for the assigned commodity process.
• Oversee staffing activities (hiring, training, employee performance management, promotions, corrective actions, terminations, etc.); where applicable.
• Fully participate in the company Safety, Food Safety, and Quality programs (where applicable, e.g. Oilseed Processing locations).

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree, or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Experience: 3 years' related working industry experience.
• Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities: Working knowledge of finance, accounting, and contracts; working knowledge of barge loading and railcar operations; strong computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; strong mathematical and analytical skills; effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills; strong presentation and negotiation skills; strong problem solving and resolution skills; good time management and organizational skills.

Qualifications

Physical Demands & Requirements: Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Must be capable of climbing ladders and entering confined spaces as needed.

Environmental Conditions: The work environment described here are meant to be representative of those an employee would normally encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Frequently required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials.

Benefits

The benefits package includes: an outstanding 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions, medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life, & disability benefits, flexible spending accounts, paid leave (holidays, vacation, sick), wellness programs, recognition programs, community involvement opportunities, and much more!

Pay

$92,216.00 - $128,082.00

Schedule

Not specified

Skills

Strong computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; strong mathematical and analytical skills; effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills; strong presentation and negotiation skills; strong problem solving and resolution skills; good time management and organizational skills.

Benefits

Outstanding 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions, medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life, & disability benefits, flexible spending accounts, paid leave (holidays, vacation, sick), wellness programs, recognition programs, community involvement opportunities, and much more!