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Insight FS · 3 weeks ago

Grain Originator - Insight FS - Ixonia, WI

Ixonia, WI

Contract

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Insight FS is headquartered in Jefferson, Wisconsin and is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative serving over 100,000 customers. The Grain Originator is responsible for leading the grain origination program, assisting with logistics and accounting of grain activities, and providing customer service and marketing support.

AgricultureEnergyFarming

Responsibilities

Develops and implements grain origination programs using all viable contracting options

Communicates storage and drying rates

Determines daily bids, selects best bids, and monitors competitive bids as needed

Communicates and coordinates with Location Manager to ensure adequate quantity and quality of inventories to meet origination goals

Operates a high-volume grain scale, including weighing, probing, and accurately grading both inbound and outbound loads

Transfers grain market knowledge to customers

Applies scale tickets within grain software system

Accurately communicates producer grain position to Grain Department Manager

Maintains consolidated daily position and other grain related records

Ensures regulatory compliance

Assists with physical counts of inventory, reconciles inventory variances, and posts inventory transactions

Answers phone and communicates with appropriate personnel to resolve customer inquiries in a timely manner

Assists department managers and sales staff with marketing activities

Occasionally may be asked to drive and run local errands as requested

Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply

Performs all other duties as assigned

Qualification

Grain origination leadershipAgricultural marketingProject managementPlanning skillsAg Economics knowledgeNegotiation skillsProblem-solving skillsSkill developmentCooperative philosophies knowledgeCommunication skillsCustomer focusDecision making

Required

Normally requires a college degree, preferably in Ag Economics, Ag Marketing or Agri-Business or the equivalent thereof

Ability to provide grain origination leadership

Project management skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Planning skills

Normally requires a Series III National Commodity Futures Certification or qualified for same within 6 months of assuming the position

Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and clean driving record

Must have the ability to travel independently and overnight when necessary

Must be willing to work extended hours beyond those considered 'normal'

Occasionally lift 21-50 lbs

Occasionally performs work in extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)

Occasionally performs duties around noisy conditions

Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures

Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK's policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position