Grain Marketing Specialist Trainee at AGTEGRA COOPERATIVE | Redfield, SD

AGTEGRA COOPERATIVE

Grain Marketing Specialist Trainee

Redfield, SD (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New Grad1+ years expFull time

Posted 6 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive grain origination and risk-management support at Agtegra as a Grain Marketing Specialist, focusing on procuring grain, building relationships, and applying program tools.

Procuring grain from area producers into Agtegra’s elevator system with volume and margin focus.
Must-have: Strong communication and relationship-building with producers and knowledge of grain contracting procedures.
Standout: Participating in hedge desk activities and understanding FOB bids to improve margins.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Participating in training activities focusing on the essential skills needed to be a successful Grain Marketing Specialist facilitated by the Director of Origination, Grain Marketing Specialists, and location personnel.
Effectively and efficiently procuring grain from area producers into Agtegra grain elevator system, focusing on both volume and gross margin objectives.
Developing long-term business relationships with targeted customers by customizing Agtegra’s programs and tools to the individual customer’s needs, along with identifying and promoting value with the intent of maximizing mutual value for both the customer and Agtegra.
Understanding and following Agtegra’s grain contracting procedures as well as National Grain and Feed Association Trade and Arbitration Rules in daily grain contract activity.
Communicating effectively with customers, via direct and electronic means (i.e. test messaging, e-mail, newsletters, social media, etc.), and with others in the Grain Department to: originate grain, introduce Agtegra’s programs and risk management tools, assist producers in developing/monitoring marketing plans, define customers’ needs, etc.
Tracking and communicating producer trends, marketing plans, crop conditions, wants/needs/concerns to the appropriate people within Agtegra’s organization.
Utilizing and maintaining detailed records on the targeted customers to enhance the understanding of customers’ needs and the unique characteristics of their operations.
Participating and assisting in the planning and execution of the Grain Origination team strategy, business plans, and marketing efforts.
Participating and assisting in hedge desk activities and responsibilities.
Learning and understanding FOB bids and freight spreads that are utilized to procure grain and enhance margins.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree (A.A) or equivalent from two-college or technical school; or one year to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
English Proficiency
Must be 18 years or older.
Strong communication and listening skills.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (M.S. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Benefits

Healthcare
Retirement
Generous paid-time-off (PTO)
Family leave
Clothing allowance

AGTEGRA COOPERATIVE

Agtegra Cooperative is a local agricultural cooperative headquartered in Aberdeen, South Dakota. It is owned by over 6,700 farmers and ranchers, predominantly in North and South Dakota, with a network of over 70 locations and 850 employees. Change your life while having an impact in your community! Agtegra Cooperative is bringing together people & ideas to offer products & services that support our customers and communities. And we need dedicated, talented people to bring that vision to life. We believe in the value of relationships and make people a top priority. We believe that continuous learning and improvement is the best way to grow Agtegra. We believe in the power of people – different people – to bring perspectives together to make a difference. We believe in YOU and that YOU belong at Agtegra!

Founded in 2018

Aberdeen, South Dakota, USA

295 employees (34 in marketing)

www.agtegra.com