Buyer

Nutreco; Okotoks; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Health benefits

Disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation days

Annual bonus

Job summary

Nutreco's Trouw Nutrition division in Okotoks, AB is seeking a Commodity Buyer to support mills across Western Canada. You will source grains, agricultural commodities, and animal by-products while managing supplier relationships.

With 3–4+ years in agricultural procurement and ERP experience (SAP preferred), you will monitor grain markets, execute basis contracts, and ensure timely, cost-effective procurement to meet production needs.

Qualifications

• 3 to 4+ years as Buyer in agricultural commodities.
• Experience in agri-business procurement, grain buying.
• Strong understanding of commodity markets, grain futures, and basis trading.
• Proven experience working with farms and agricultural suppliers.
• Knowledge of animal by-products procurement is an asset.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship skills.
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure commodities for mills across Western Canada.
• Build and manage vendor relationships; onboard new suppliers.
• Procure grains and agri-based commodities directly from farms.
• Procure animal by-products (fats, oils, bone meal).
• Execute basis contracts aligned with market conditions.
• Monitor grain futures markets to support purchasing decisions.
• Ensure timely, cost-effective procurement aligned with business needs.

Skills

Grain buying

Vendor relationships

Commodity markets

ERP SAP

Excel

Negotiation

Market analysis

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description:

Role: Buyer

Location: Okotoks, AB

Hours/Shift: 40 hours

Vacancy Type: Replacement

Why join us

Get ready to Own your career as Buyer at Trouw Nutrition, Okotoks a Nutreco company. As global leaders in animal nutrition and aquafeed, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future drives us to support customers and ensure smooth operational flow.

What you’ll do

• We are seeking a Commodity Buyer to support procurement operations for our mills across Western Canada.
• This role is responsible for sourcing agricultural commodities and building strong vendor relationships while navigating grain markets and supply dynamics.
• Procure commodities for mill operations across Western Canada
• Manage and maintain relationships with existing suppliers, while identifying and onboarding new vendors
• Source and purchase agricultural products, including grains and agri-based commodities directly from farms
• Procure animal by-products, including fats, oils, and meat & bone meal
• Execute and manage basis contracts in alignment with market conditions
• Monitor and engage with the grain futures market to support purchasing decisions and risk management
• Ensure timely, cost-effective procurement aligned with business needs

Who we’re looking for

• 3 to 4+ years of experience working as Buyer in agricultural commodity and experience in commodity- grain buying with farms
• Experience in agri-business procurement, specifically grain buying
• Strong understanding of commodity markets, including grain futures and basis trading
• Proven experience working with farms and agricultural suppliers
• Knowledge of animal by-products procurement (fats, oils, meat & bone meal) is an asset
• Ability to manage multiple vendor relationships and negotiate effectively
• Strong analytical and market awareness skills
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic agri-commodity environment
• You’ll also need Experience working with ERP systems (SAP preferred), supported by strong computer proficiency
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to build and maintain supplier relationships
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and sound decision-making skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) in a fast-paced environment

What you’ll receive

As part of Nutreco, you’ll be a member of the SHV family, a diverse group of companies with global footprint. Join us and you’ll gain access to a wide network of expertise and global career paths. You’ll also benefit from the backing of one of the world’s largest privately owned businesses, known for its stability and long-term focus.

• Robust pension plan with employer matching that begins on Day 1!
• Competitive health benefits - Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA, that start on Day 1!
• Short-term/Long-term Disability and Mental Health spending allowance
• Maternal top-up and Tuition Reimbursement 15 vacation days to start (tiered)
• Annual bonus

Additional Information

Accessibility: Nutreco is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive recruitment experience. Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the hiring process. If you require support, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

AI Screening Disclosure

Nutreco does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, or select candidates at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications are reviewed directly by our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers.

Background Check

Final candidates who are offered a position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.

Eligibility

Candidates applying to job openings must already be authorized to work independently in the country where the position is based. Employer sponsorship is not available for this role.

Employment Equity

We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.

Pay Transparency Statement

Compensation for roles at Nutreco varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, education, and level of experience. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. #SPTN

Our organisation:

Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind.

Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees. Our mission is Feeding the Future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities. Nutreco is a global leader in animal nutrition and aquafeed. Our advanced nutritional solutions are at the origin of food for millions of consumers worldwide. Its two global company brands Skretting (aqua feed) and Trouw Nutrition (animal nutrition) have sales in over 90 countries. Our purpose Feeding the Future captures a big challenge: feeding 9 billion people in 2050. Our responsibility is twofold: we need to make a significant contribution to meeting the rapid increase in worldwide demand for food; on the other hand, we need to find the right balance in order that we can realize growth while making also responsible choices for people and planet.

To know more about us, please visit our website https://www.nutreco.com.