Join CHS Inc. as an Experienced Grain Originator in Colby, KS, where you'll engage with producers to procure grain and develop marketing programs. This role offers growth potential and the opportunity to impact the agricultural industry significantly.
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 from producers and elevators
Respond to customer complaints, questions and requests in a timely manner
Interpret industry reports and understand changes and trends
Plan, develop, and implement standard purchasing strategies
Gather information regarding market players and communicate to stakeholders
Collaborate internally with merchandisers, hedge desk, and accountants
Manage customer shipments in conjunction with CHS capacity
Execute CHS logistics strategy around the physical movement of goods
Demonstrate effective cross-selling success
Apply CHS sales cycle leading to specific targeted results
Perform other responsibilities as needed or assigned
Required Qualifications
High School diploma or GED
2+ years of experience in Supply Chain and Procurement and/or Commodities
Preferred Qualifications
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
Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Economics, Manufacturing, Logistics, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Statistics or related field
Benefits & Perks
Medical, dental, vision insuranceWellness programsLife insuranceHealth and dependent care spending accountsPaid time off401(k)PensionProfit sharingShort- and long-term disabilityTuition reimbursementAdoption assistance