A leading marketer and handler of grains, oilseeds and pulses is seeking a Grain Buyer to be based in Grand Forks, ND. The Grain Buyer is responsible for procuring grain products by developing and maintaining a customer base within a geographical area to achieve business results, as established through business planning and goal setting. RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Negotiate grain contracts from a defined client base to meet and exceed area financial and operating targets within the parameters of the marketing plans and strategies of the company.
- Promote programs within assigned market center in order to meet desired business results.
- Coordinate logistics of contracts and related administrative requirements in conjunction with internal team to ensure contractual obligations are met.
- Maintain and analyze a database/record of customer profiles, transaction records, product inventories and other reporting in order to identify, categorize and prioritize customer contacts.
- Analyze current and future agricultural trends and service needs, as related to business strategy.
- Develop and maintain effective business partnerships with current and potential customers, including targeted customers with whom the company can meet business objectives.
- Monitor competitor activities within the market area and recommend marketing program and service revisions.
- Contact producers within desired timelines, regarding strategies in order to increase awareness of customer/business needs.
- Previous grain buying, sales, or ag operations experience is required - minimum of a year of experience.
- Degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Business Administration, or Sales - or equivalent combination of experience and education will be considered.
- Excellent customer service and negotiation skills.
- Efficient in MS Office and experience utilizing relevant computer software programs.
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