Merchandiser at Gold Star Feed And Grain LLC

East Aurora, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Agricultural Experience, Market Risk Knowledge, Logistics, Interpersonal Skills, Negotiation Skills, Microsoft Office Suite, Price Discovery, Procurement, Marketing, Market Development, Customer Relationships, Safety Culture, Business Planning, Freight Variance, P&L Generation, Commodity Trading

Industry

Dairy Product Manufacturing

Description

Description At Gold Star, we offer feed and nutrition services and commodity trading in the northeastern U.S., primarily to dairies. As feed and commodity specialists, our customers count on us to originate feed for the mills, manufacture it according to their unique specifications and handle logistics for a safe and smooth delivery every time. Job Summary: Commodity Merchandiser will be required to learn Gold Star Feed & Grain business as it pertains to the assigned commodity. Merchandiser will be accountable for price discovery, logistics, procurement, and marketing of assigned grains and/or feed products. Merchandiser will have responsibility for market development and assist in accurate P&L generation. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Originate and merchandise assigned commodity. Arbitrage the market capitalizing on freight and product spreads. Coordinate Logistics for products traded via truck and rail. Reconcile cash position daily. Calculate and understand freight variance. Transact business within established position limits and company policy. Establish price updates to customers. Overfills/underfills on grain contracts. Assist in identifying and developing new market opportunities. Attend industry events to understand market trends and develop customer relationships. Coordinate business utilizing established company resources. Leverage existing nutritionist knowledge and customer relationships as applicable. Drive a culture of safety, accountability, opportunistic curiosity and contributes to creating an environment where people want to work. Other duties as assigned. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in related business, finance, or agriculture required Minimum of 3 years in Agricultural experience related to Merchandising, Sales or Marketing Market Risk knowledge & understanding in the Agriculture Industry Strong knowledge of truck and rail logistics Ability to scope, plan and execute business plans Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related Software Physical Demands: · Frequent sitting, use of computer, communication via telephone · Ability to navigate an office environment. · Regular and predictable attendance in office or site location.

Responsibilities

The Commodity Merchandiser will originate and merchandise assigned commodities, manage logistics, and assist in market development. They will also be responsible for price discovery and ensuring accurate P&L generation.