Grain Origination & Operations Leader

Bunge Iberica SA; Maceo (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness plans

Retirement contribution

Paid vacation/holidays

Job summary

Bunge is seeking an Area Manager for Owensboro, KY, to lead commercial and operational activities at a grain elevator. You will drive safety, productivity, and profitability while coordinating logistics across trucks, rail, and barge.

The role requires a bachelor’s in agriculture or related field, at least 5 years of experience, and strong leadership, communication, and Excel proficiency. A strong knowledge of hedging and P&L is preferred.

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, and other technical software packages.
• Proficient understanding of company software and operation systems.
• Proven skills related to leading and managing staff members.
• Excellent communication (verbal/written) skills.
• Expert in 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.
• 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

Safety

P&L

SAP/GTM

Microsoft Office

Communication

Agriculture knowledge

Analytical thinking

Hedging knowledge

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Economics/Business

Tools

SAP

GTM

Job description

Bunge is seeking an Area Manager for Owensboro, KY, to lead commercial and operational activities at a grain elevator. You will drive safety, productivity, and profitability while coordinating logistics across trucks, rail, and barge.

The role requires a bachelor’s in agriculture or related field, at least 5 years of experience, and strong leadership, communication, and Excel proficiency. A strong knowledge of hedging and P&L is preferred.