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Commodity Manager
1 month ago
ABOUT POET
At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty years our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and leader in bio-based products in the world. Beyond our world-class culture, POET team members enjoy competitive pay and benefits including;
- Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations
- Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions
- Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonuses, and Bi-Annual Incentive Bonuses
- Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution
- Paid Parental Leave
- A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person mentally, physically, and spiritually
- Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements
- 401K with company match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Excellent work-life balance with a 'family-first' culture
- Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements
- Discounted home and auto insurance
JOB SUMMARY
The Commodity Manager is responsible for procuring grain products and managing the grain position of the location. Team members in this role must ensure a sufficient supply of grain is on hand at all times. The Commodity Manager must have an understanding of local supply/demand, basis history, competitive factors, and maintaining company ownership at a purchase basis that provides value to the company. The Commodity Manager works closely with the Regional Marketing Manager (RMM) to set the merchandising strategy and provides leadership to the Grain Buyers and Scale Master(s) at the location. Commodity Managers must work with the location General Manager to insure purchased grains meet optimum quality and value characteristics for the production of plant products. Attention to detail and good analytical skills are also required.
A TYPICAL DAY
- Effectively manage teams by recruiting, selecting, orienting and training team members. Leadership responsibilities also include delegation, coaching, and performance management, and career development to effectively execute departmental strategies and support company objectives.
- Ensure POET has the correct resources within the local grain team.
- Ensure the grain team is focused on assigned objectives for both POET Grain and the bio-refinery.
- Maintain a team environment with all other departments of the bio-refinery and external POET offices at all times.
- Manage the locations grain position to provide value to the company.
- Develop and execute seasonal grain merchandising plans for the location.
- Continuously look for arbitrage/merchandising opportunities for grain.
- Manage the procuring of grain supplies for the bio refinery.
- Set location grain bids consistent with POET Grain and location strategy.
- Purchase grain from producers and commercial accounts.
- Develop long term relationships with POETs grain customers.
- Oversee the contractual agreements for grain and work through customer complaints.
- Set local grain policies and manage inbound grading, discounts, and transaction processing.
- Monitor and manage grain storage, grain quality, and blending.
- Have thorough knowledge of grain contracts and marketing alternatives.
- Maintain various market, competitive, and customer information.
- Follow all POET Grain risk management policies and procedures.
- Assure timely and accurate transaction processing.
- Provide, as required, reports to Poet Grain, the location GM, and Board of Directors.
- Maintain a very high level of customer service along with a positive, friendly atmosphere.
- Foster a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance at all times.
- Work in an honest and ethical manner; maintain confidentiality on all business-related matters.
- Other duties as assigned.
THIS JOB MAY BE FOR YOU IF.
You demonstrate and provide the following:
- Bachelors Degree in marketing, business, animal science, agriculture or related field, or demonstrated multi-year successful commercial work experience required.
- 5 plus years of grain merchandising/origination experience or other agriculture sales experience preferred with a demonstrated background of success.
- Experience in logistical management and bin management.
- In-depth experience in all aspects of Customer Relationship Management.
- Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements.
- Solid and persuasive business communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently and exercise good business judgment.
- Knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability and willingness to learn new software applications.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills as well as the ability to adapt to change.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- This position is largely self-directed and requires a thorough understanding of company policy, procedures, and values. Team members will be required to adhere to all safety requirements at all times and in all work environments.
- This position operates in office environment. Specific physical requirements may include:
- Sitting approximately 90% of the time while working on a personal computer and phone.
- Occasionally lifting weights of fifty (50) pounds or less.
- The ability to travel up to 50% as requested as well as the ability to travel to customer and client sites and communicate with customers and clients effectively. Some overnight travel will be required.
- In this role, youll be asked to drive a POET vehicle. A motor vehicle record check will be conducted during the pre-employment process.
POET is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). POET complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding hiring and employment. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
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