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FS PARTNERS is a retail division of GROWMARK, Inc. serving local producers from 16 branch locations across central and southern Ontario. We provide leading-edge agronomic solutions and precision ag services delivered by a skilled team of professionals.
FS PARTNERS is currently recruiting a full-time Grain Marketing Specialist to serve our customers at our branch in Milverton, ON.
Key Job Functions:
Provides market information and cash grain bids to patrons and establishes marketing plans for branch customers.
Work to establish the company as the first choice in value-added grain marketing.
Uses target marketing, segmentation, and market analysis to facilitate origination to support customers and grow market share.
Acquire new business through regular contact with current and prospective customers.
Work with carriers, customers, and facility personnel to set the time and location of on-farm pickup and field pick-up purchases.
Provides ongoing market information and feedback to Location Manager, Grain Merchandiser, Grain Origination Specialist, Zone Grain Originator, and Grain Origination Coach for the purpose of developing effective procurement plans.
Purchase grain delivery into company facilities and direct delivery markets.
Complete all administrative functions related to these purchases including contracts, and settlements, and effectively use proprietary programs to document customer information.
Work closely with the branch team to support the marketing, customer experience, and advisory sales efforts of the company through information on prospects, problems, and opportunities.
Understand and follow all health and safety, environment policies, and procedures.
Grades different classes of grain and operates scale functions for shipping and receiving.
Education and Experience:
Normally requires a college diploma or university degree in agriculture/business or related field or 3 or more years of related experience.
Demonstrated well-rounded knowledge of relevant commodities (corn, soybeans, and wheat), working knowledge, and experience with Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.
Functional Competencies:
Understanding of the Grain Market, including marketing strategy, grain risk management; market information, conditions, and trends; price strategy, branding, promotions, industry relations, policies and procedures, compliance, and communications.
Proven ability to build credibility, rapport, and professional relationships, assess business opportunities, and negotiate appropriate agreements with customers.
Demonstrated ability to work independently as a self-starter, while being committed to being a positive team player by displaying ongoing dedication in assisting branch staff and co-workers in both performance and reward.
Benefits:
Competitive wages, overtime;
Benefits package to full-time, permanent employees;
Gain valuable work experience;
Ongoing internal and external job training is provided.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
FS PARTNERS cares about your safety and follows all Government of Ontario COVID-19 regulations.
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- grain marketing: 1 year (preferred)
- agricultural: 1 year (preferred)
