Job description

About Us

Kokomo Grain Co., Inc. was founded in 1950. The company has enjoyed steady growth over the years through acquisitions and expansion and now has a federally licensed capacity of over 55 million bushels. The company sells whole grains (corn, soybeans, and wheat) to processors for eventual use primarily in food, soft drinks, and animal feed. The company has facilities in Kokomo, Amboy, Edinburgh, Anderson, Emporia, Burlington, and Winamac, IN.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for strategy and execution of the center’s grain purchasing and merchandising responsibilities. The Grain Merchandiser positions involves managing strategic customer and supplier relationships, maintaining competitive advantages and facilitating product shipment and delivery through strong sales and communication skills. Profitably originate and merchandise grain in accord with Kokomo Grain policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Proactive development and coverage of existing customer and supplier accounts and development of prospective accounts.

2. Obtain market knowledge and insight through continuous communication with product suppliers, customers, and transportation vendors.

3. Implementation of hedging and other risk management methods and techniques applied to trading positions based on profitability, market trends, and account history.

4. Facilitate and schedule logistics for timely product delivery using rail and truck transportation modes.

5. Obtain and develop merchandising skills to provide a base for future opportunities within Kokomo Grain Co., Inc.

6. Develop, monitor and report to management on personal and location origination goals and objectives.

7. Learn and follow the trade rules of NGFA (National Grain and Feed Associates).

Education, Experience and Licensure

Bachelor’s of Science Degree (BS) in Agriculture or related field

Organization, communication and negotiating skills

Strong decision making skills

Ability to take direction and willingness to assist where needed and take on new tasks

Ability to work effectively both autonomously and in a team environment.

Effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of people within and outside the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Anderson, IN 46011: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Experience:

• Negotiation: 1 year (Preferred)
• Purchasing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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