Feed Ingredient Merchandiser & Logistics Pro

Livestock Nutrition Center; Hereford (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Livestock Nutrition Center in Hereford, TX is seeking a Merchandiser to drive local and regional ingredient sales and merchandising, assist with supply chain activities, and monitor market prices to keep our customers informed.

The role emphasizes strong communication with the Ingredient Sales Lead, effective negotiation with suppliers, and timely coordination of shipments, while delivering superior customer service and collaborating in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 3 Years’ experience in merchandising or ingredient sales.
• Must have the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to work in a team‑oriented environment.
• Must have excellent communication skills and provide superior customer service.
• Strong negotiating skills.
• Strong mathematical skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute upon straight and direct ingredient sales and merchandising activity, to ensure all customer needs are met.
• Work with the Ingredient Sales Lead to develop selling strategies by commodity and time of year.
• When applicable, identify and pursue ingredient procurement opportunities.
• When applicable, effectively negotiate with LNC suppliers, while maintaining excellent, long-term relationships with the supplier base.
• Actively assess Risk within company commodity positions.
• Maintain constant oversight of contracts and timely shipments with suppliers and customers.
• Work with locations to minimize demurrage costs and help identify potential shrink issues.
• Work with the Reseller market to optimize LNC locations and positions.
• Have thorough understanding of all logistical processes, including barge, rail, and truck logistics.
• Follow current company credit and receivables policies.
• Understand and lead by example the Mission, Vision, and Values of Livestock Nutrition Center.

Skills

Merchandising experience

Negotiation

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Mathematical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Livestock Nutrition Center in Hereford, TX is seeking a Merchandiser to drive local and regional ingredient sales and merchandising, assist with supply chain activities, and monitor market prices to keep our customers informed.

The role emphasizes strong communication with the Ingredient Sales Lead, effective negotiation with suppliers, and timely coordination of shipments, while delivering superior customer service and collaborating in a fast-paced team environment.