ASSOCIATE ORIGINATOR - ETHANOL PLANT-FORT DODGE, IA

Procures grain and establishes supplier relationships while supporting the goals and objectives of the commodities group and the Company

• Purchases feedstock as required with a focus on direct farmer purchases.
• Establishes relationships with area producers through consistent communication and farm visits.
• Assists with updating a database of competitor bids, discount schedules, and receiving hours.
• Assists with maintaining a regional corn supply / demand estimate.
• Communicates grain contract types offered to farmers and recommends a contract type to meet the needs of individual farmers.
• Enters purchase contracts into grain accounting system.

This position is salaried exempt status, which means you are not eligible for overtime pay.

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher degree) in Agriculture Economics or a related business field required.
• Willingness to relocate to Valero offices across the Midwest to gain knowledge of new trade areas and support Valero’s commercial operations, as needed required.
• Able and willing to work on-site and in-person, required.

Position level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Relocation assistance available

Please refer the Job description for details