Associate Originator - Pathways Development Program 2027

scoularcareers; Coolidge (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-person meetings

Mentorship Program

Job shadows and rotations

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Scoular in Kansas offers an Associate Originator role through the Pathways Development Program. You will build relationships with producers, learn how grain is sourced, marketed and moved through the supply chain, and grow essential commercial skills.

The two-year program provides accelerated learning, in-person meetings, mentoring, and rotations across teams to expand your business understanding. A bachelor’s in business or equivalent experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Exceptional customer service skills and relationship-building capability.
• Ability to learn grain procurement strategies and drive customer-focused solutions.
• Strong communication and networking abilities.
• Willingness to travel and participate in rotations across teams.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with producers via regular communication and on-farm visits.
• Learn how grain procurement strategies support customer demand and business objectives.
• Monitor local market conditions, crop trends and producer marketing opportunities.
• Develop skills to negotiate grain purchases and create solutions that meet customer needs.
• Collaborate with merchandising, logistics and operations teams to execute contracts and move commodities efficiently.
• Gain exposure to multiple areas of the business through developmental rotations and experiences.

Skills

Relationship building

Negotiation

Market analysis

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

Job description

As an Associate Originator, you'll build relationships with producers and help connect agricultural supply with market opportunities. You'll learn how grain is sourced, marketed and moved through the supply chain while developing the commercial, relationship-building and business skills needed to grow territory at one of our rural elevators. As an Associate Originator you will:

• Build and maintain relationships with producers via regular communication and on-farm visits

• Learn how grain procurement strategies support customer demand and business objectives

• Monitor local market conditions, crop trends and producer marketing opportunities

• Develop skills to negotiate grain purchases and create solutions that meet customer needs

• Utilize market information and data to support business decisions and identify growth opportunities

• Collaborate with merchandising, logistics and operations teams to execute contracts and move commodities efficiently

• Learn the fundamentals of risk management and how market facto rs imp act profitability

• Develop territory management and business development skills while building a producer network

• Gain exposure to multiple areas of the business through developmental rotations and experiences

We have multiple locations for Associate Originators, you will be asked for your location preferences in the application. Current locations include:

• Waverly, IL
• Pratt, KS
• Downs, KS
• Salina, KS
• Goodland, KS
• Coolidge, KS
• Grainton/Venango, Nebraska

About the Pathways Development Program:

Scoular Pathways Program is a two-year development program that immerses new graduates in broad-based, accelerated learning, developed to drive profitability through diverse experiences, active networking, and ongoing education. Throughout the two-year program, the participants meetin-personat our three main corporate locations to network, hear from leaders in our organization and learn more about Scoular and the industry.At the end of the program, participants will have a deep understanding of Scoular's business and how to ownwhat’spossible.

Program Perks:

• In-personmeetings with program participants whereyou’llnetwork, hear from leaders and gain exposure to various aspects of our business

• Accelerated learning and development outside of your day-to-day responsibilities

• Mentorship Program –you'llbe paired with a mentor outside of your team to provide you with further guidance and insight to Scoular

• Job shadows and rotations – ifyou’reinterested in exploring other areas of Scoular, you can plan a rotation whereyou’llsit with another team to learn more about their business

• Currently pursing or recently obtained a bachelor’s degree in business related field or equivalent experience.

• Exceptional customer service skills and relationship building capability.

• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.

• Highly skilled in problem solving techniques.

• Highly organized and detail oriented.

• Ability to travel, as needed.

• A natural leader with experience leading in clubs, athletics, projects, or student government

• Active in the community giving back on campus, your hometown, or on a global scale

What to Expect During the Hiring Process

At Scoular, we try to keep the hiring process straightforward and communicate with you every step of the way. Most Intern and Pathways positions are filled during the fall recruiting season, with the majority of offers extended between September and November. Most candidates can expect to complete the interview process within a few weeks, though timing may vary based on the role and recruiting volume. Our recruiting team will keep you informed throughout the process and you will hear from us regardless if you are not selected.