Join CHS Inc as an Experienced Grain Originator and play a key role in connecting with producers in the Herman, MN area. You'll have the opportunity to procure grain, develop marketing programs, and build lasting relationships while contributing to the growth of CHS.
Key Responsibilities
Make professional contact with country elevators and farmer producers
Update customers on market trends and agriculture business
Grow CHS business with new customers and in new regions
Build and maintain long-term relationships with key accounts
Procure CHS products from producers and elevators
Report hedges and purchasing/sale of contracts quickly and accurately
Respond to customer complaints and questions in a timely manner
Interpret industry reports and understand changes and trends
Plan and implement standard purchasing strategies
Gather market information and communicate to stakeholders
Collaborate internally to exchange information
Manage customer shipments in conjunction with CHS capacity
Execute logistics strategy around physical movement of goods
Demonstrate effective cross-selling success
Apply CHS sales cycle to achieve 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, including their rates and limits
Basic knowledge of logistics impact on customer business
Basic knowledge of cash and futures markets and hedging strategy
Benefits & Perks
Medical, dental, and vision insuranceWellness programsLife insuranceHealth and dependent care spending accountsPaid time off401(k)PensionProfit sharingShort- and long-term disabilityTuition reimbursementAdoption assistance