Join CHS Inc. as an Experienced Grain Originator and play a key role in connecting with producers in the Colby, KS area to procure grain and develop marketing strategies. This position offers growth potential and mobility within the company, making a significant impact in the agribusiness sector.
Key Responsibilities
Make professional contact with country elevators and farmer producers
Grow CHS business with new customers and in new regions
Build and maintain long-term relationships with key accounts
Procure CHS products based on strategy and make buying decisions
Report hedges, purchasing/sale of contracts quickly and accurately
Respond to customer complaints, questions, and requests
Interpret industry reports and understand trends
Plan and implement purchasing strategies in line with policies
Gather market information and communicate to stakeholders
Collaborate internally to exchange information
Manage customer shipments and execute logistics strategy
Demonstrate effective cross-selling success
Apply CHS sales cycle for targeted results
Required Qualifications
High School diploma or GED
2+ years of experience in Supply Chain and Procurement and/or Commodities
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Manufacturing, Logistics, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Statistics or related field
Ability to build and maintain strong business relationships
Strong customer service skills including negotiation and conflict management
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Strong critical thinking and decision making skills
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Basic knowledge of available trucking and rail operations
Basic knowledge of logistics impact on customer business
Basic knowledge of cash and futures markets and hedging strategy
Benefits & Perks
Medical, dental, vision insuranceWellness programsLife insuranceHealth and dependent care spending accountsPaid time off (PTO)401(k) planPensionProfit sharingShort- and long-term disabilityTuition reimbursementAdoption assistance