Grain Elevator Ops Leader - Safety, Growth, & Logistics

Bunge Iberica SA; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness plans

Retirement contribution

Paid vacation/holidays

Job summary

Bunge Iberica SA in Amarillo, TX, is seeking an Area Manager to lead the grain elevator's commercial and operational activities. You will direct operations, training, safety, and budget adherence to meet business plans while focusing on safety, productivity, communication, and profitability.

The role requires guiding staff, optimizing logistics (truck, rail, barge), managing inventories and quality, and maintaining regulatory compliance. Strong leadership and Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Business or relevant discipline
• 5+ years applicable experience
• Proficient with basic computer skills including Email, Excel, Microsoft Word
• Proficient understanding of company software and operation systems
• Proven skills related to leading and managing staff
• Excellent communication (verbal/written) skills with ability to effectively communicate internally and externally
• Expert in the areas of safety, productivity and teamwork
• Expert knowledge of hedging on the Chicago Board of Trade, grain contracting, and NGFA rules preferred
• Knowledge in agriculture is required
• SAP/GTM experience required
• P&L experience required

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct all functions of operations, training and safety to ensure employees are engaged and adhere to safe work practices
• Originate grain in accordance with flexible marketing and origination, foster and grow customer relationships along the value chain, manage facility logistics (truck, rail, barge) and oversee all operational expenses to ensure the budget and business plans are achieved
• Manage grain inventories, grading processes, monitor grain quality and capture blending opportunities
• Oversee facility housekeeping, regulatory compliance, best practice programs to ensure adherence to the Company’s safety and operational standards.
• Responsible for completing accounting and business control activities including but not limited to: inputting contracts, contract/ticket applications, customer reports, daily activity reports, and month-end accounting
• Manage customer service issues and relations

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Safety and productivity

Excel proficiency

P&L awareness

Staff management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Economics / Agricultural Business

Tools

SAP/GTM

Job description

Bunge Iberica SA in Amarillo, TX, is seeking an Area Manager to lead the grain elevator's commercial and operational activities. You will direct operations, training, safety, and budget adherence to meet business plans while focusing on safety, productivity, communication, and profitability.

The role requires guiding staff, optimizing logistics (truck, rail, barge), managing inventories and quality, and maintaining regulatory compliance. Strong leadership and Excel skills are essential.