Grain Origination Lead — Strategic Farmer Relationships

Keystone Cooperative, Inc.; Hamilton (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Cooperative, Inc. seeks a Grain Purchasing Leader for the Michigan region. You will develop and implement purchasing strategies, coordinate with grain elevator operations, and work with the grain division team to maximize margins.

Responsibilities include on-farm sales calls, excellent customer service, market analysis, and risk management guidance for farmer customers. Strong communication, organization, and willingness to travel are essential to success.

Qualifications

• Understanding of grain merchandising and local market analysis.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience planning and implementing on-farm sales calls.
• Strong organizational skills for meeting tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of grain basis and futures trading and their application to producers.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement grain purchasing strategies and tactics.
• Coordinate with grain elevator operations and with the grain division team.
• Maximize margins by understanding customer goals and aligning origination tactics.
• Conduct on-farm sales calls and provide risk management guidance.
• Maintain customer records and stay compliant with regulations.

Skills

Grain merchandising

Interpersonal communication

On-farm sales calls

Organization

Market analysis

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or business

Job description

Keystone Cooperative, Inc. seeks a Grain Purchasing Leader for the Michigan region. You will develop and implement purchasing strategies, coordinate with grain elevator operations, and work with the grain division team to maximize margins.

Responsibilities include on-farm sales calls, excellent customer service, market analysis, and risk management guidance for farmer customers. Strong communication, organization, and willingness to travel are essential to success.