Job Description

CMI Terminal is currently seeking a Full-time Grain Buyer!

As an entry level Grain Buyer, you will be responsible for procuring grain products by building relationships directly with farm customers within a geographical area. The Grain Buyer adds value to both CMI Terminal and farm customers through educating and delivering information on grain marketing and contract programs that will maximize their business operations.

Duties and responsibilities

Negotiate grain contracts from a defined client base within a specific area. Execute programs within an assigned market center to meet budgeted grain volumes and margins Coordinate logistics of contracts and related administrative requirements Maintain and analyze a database of customer profiles Analyze current and future agricultural trends and service needs Develop and maintain effective business relationships with current and potential customers Contact producers regarding customer strategies to increase awareness of customer/business needs Drive and facilitate the competitive grain contracts offered at CMI Terminal Ltd.

Knowledge and skills

Personable and willing to work with diverse and challenging customers

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Honest and works with integrity

Open to and motivated by change

Efficient in MS office and experience utilizing relevant computer software programs

Previous experience in a customer service or sales position

Basic understanding of the Canadian Grain Industry

Education and Qualifications

Grade 12 Diploma

Must possess a valid class 5 driver's license

Experience in agriculture or other sales/customer service function is an asset

Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered; Willing to train the successful candidate

Working Conditions & Benefits

Regular schedule; 8am - 5pm with opportunity for overtime during busy season.

Combination of indoor and outdoor work in various weather conditions

Comprehensive family-friendly health benefits & RRSP participation after 3 months

Please submit resumes to Taylor Carpenter, Facility Operations Manager, at taylor.carpenter@bunge.com. For more information on this opportunity please call (306) 872-2777.

Posting closes October 31st or upon finding a suitable candidate

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care RRSP match
Work Location: In person