Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Landus is currently seeking a Grain Marketing Advisor! Do you have a passion for agriculture and working with local farmers?
Would you consider yourself to be customer focused and detail-oriented? Then come join our team!
We are seeking a motivated individual who can assist our farmers with coordinating and developing grain marketing strategies for their operations! At Landus Cooperative, you’ll find a fun team atmosphere and a stable career that offers excellent benefits for full-time employees!
Essential Duties & Responsibilities : Includes but not limited to the following :
- Provide prompt, professional, and courteous customer service.
- Maintain and increase regional grain market share and customer retention records.
- Maintain accurate records of Landus Cooperative bids and basis, local processors / domestic markets, freight rates, etc.
- Make selected sales calls on present and prospective customers regarding marketing their grain through Landus Cooperative.
- Develop and maintain a call list of potential grain accounts including their marketing plans and sales history.
- Monitor grain price changes and send information to customers weekly.
- Monitor customer offers, contracts, and settlement documentation.
- Assist in coordination of scheduling truck transportation for FOB farm purchases.
- Assist in preparing and presenting information at grain meetings for employees and customers.
- Communicate grain information and market development to all employees within the region.
- Assist in developing grain division marketing and budgeting plans.
- Be familiar with office procedures, facilities, and over-all operations.
Requirements :
Required Qualifications :
- Must have a valid state motor vehicle operator’s license.
- Must be able to move / lift up to 50 pounds.
Preferred Qualifications :
- Bachelor’s Degree in Ag Business from a four-year university and three years of agricultural marketing experience or an Associate Degree and five years of experience.
- Good computer skills.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Minorities / Women / Veterans / Disabled