Assistant Grain Purchaser

at  Sunderland Cooperative Inc

Sunderland Co-operative Inc. is an exciting place to develop and grow a career in agriculture that supports Ontario producers who grow and sell their crops to local and global markets. We are a member-owned Canadian company with deep roots in grain elevation, agronomy, crop protection, energy, animal feed, and retail farm supplies. Sunderland Co-op has invested and matured in the agricultural landscape for nearly 70 years. With 4 locations in the Sunderland, Oakwood, Lindsay, and Peterborough areas, Sunderland Co-op offers you a unique opportunity to make your mark in a growth-oriented company with a variety of business segments.
Our success comes from a well-established network of people and assets, ongoing infrastructure development, and the strong business relationships we nurture with farmers and suppliers.
Position: Assistant Grain Purchaser
Status: Full-Time
Location: Oakwood Ag Centre

QUALIFICATIONS:

At least 3 years’ experience or related University/College degree specializing in Ag Economics, Marketing or Agri-Business
A solid understanding of the grain market and grain risk management
Basic mathematical skills
Working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office
Ability to build professional relationships
Ability to assess business opportunities and negotiate agreements
Demonstrated planning, problem solving and organizational skills

Purchase grain for delivery into company facilities and direct delivery markets.
Complete all administrative functions related to these purchases including contracts and updates to the grain division manager.
Provide merchandising backup to the Grain Manager.
Be educated and knowledgeable of grain trading policies and current market trends to provide customers with up-to-date market information and establish grain marketing plans for customers
Execute grain contracts from negotiating pricing to coordinating and scheduling on-farm pickups. Promote all business divisions within the company to new and existing customers.
Work with management to develop grain procurement plans.
Acquire new business and maintain current business through regular contact with customers via telephone, email, text, or on-site farm visits.
Assist in the organization, planning and presentation of grain marketing educational programs.
Assist with Agronomy Sales
Be a point of contact for grain origination for all Agronomy Sales Consultants