Grain Logistics and Customer Support

Hensall Co-op; Hensall; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated individual to join their Grain Logistics and Customer Support team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your career in Agribusiness, focusing on logistics scheduling, shipment tracking, and customer interaction. You will play a vital role in ensuring accurate record-keeping and supporting the Grain Merchandising team. If you have a passion for agriculture and strong communication skills, this position is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company that values growth and innovation in the agricultural sector.

Qualifications

• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills are essential.
• Post-secondary education in agriculture is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics and delivery, tracking shipments and invoicing.
• Answer inquiries and provide support to the Grain Merchandising team.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Detail Oriented

Ability to Multi-task

Education

Post-Secondary Education in Agricultural Program

Job description

Thank you to all applicants in advance, however, we will be corresponding only with those selected for an interview.

Looking for an exciting career in Grain Marketing? Hensall Co-op is currently recruiting for an eager individual looking to develop their career in Agribusiness! The Grain Logistics and Customer Support will assist with the purchase, sales brokerage, and logistics for all commercial grains.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Logistics scheduling and co-ordination of delivery, tracking shipments and receipts, tracking of invoicing and payments in a timely fashion when needed
2. Answer producer inquiries which may include quoting market prices
3. Review of internal freight billing for accuracy
4. Initiate new projects, ideas, and record keeping including Standard Operating Procedure creation and maintenance
5. Maintain accurate records on transactions with producers and customers, ensuring all commercial grain tickets and invoicing are done accurately and efficiently
6. Freight negotiation and logistics tracking by truck and rail
7. Provide administration support to the Grain Merchandising team

Job Requirements:

1. Exceptional negotiation, time management, interpersonal and communication skills
2. Growing degree of technical knowledge in commercial grain markets/logistics
3. Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
4. Motivated and able to work independently
5. Strong verbal and written communication skills

Qualifications:

1. Post-Secondary education in agricultural program considered an asset
2. Agricultural background and farm commodity knowledge a strong asset

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume through our online portal.

Hensall Co-op is committed to employment equity and encourages members of the four designated groups to apply.

Accommodation will be made upon request.