Senior Grain Origination & Trading Leader

CGB Enterprises Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

CGB Enterprises, Inc. in Gladstone, IL is seeking a Senior Grain Merchant to lead grain origination, commodity trading, customer development, and regional logistics, helping producers maximize value in today’s markets.

The role focuses on originating grain purchases, managing customer contracts, growing relationships, and mentoring staff. You will analyze profits, coordinate with facility and commercial managers, participate in producer meetings, and travel up to 20% to assigned producers in the

Qualifications

• 3 years' related working experience, including 18 months in grain merchandising.
• Strong knowledge of grain merchandising, contracts, and customer service.
• Ability to analyze market data and manage multiple accounts.

Responsibilities

• Originate grain purchases from growers and grow producer accounts.
• Manage and execute contracts, including terms, conditions, and delivery.
• Develop and maintain customer relationships and service levels.
• Review facility and region profit and loss with managers and staff.
• Mentor and assist training of staff; travel to assigned producers up to 20%.

Skills

Grain merchandising

Customer development

Contract management

Negotiation

Time management

Communication

CRM

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience

Tools

CRM

Microsoft Office

Job description

CGB Enterprises, Inc. in Gladstone, IL is seeking a Senior Grain Merchant to lead grain origination, commodity trading, customer development, and regional logistics, helping producers maximize value in today’s markets.

The role focuses on originating grain purchases, managing customer contracts, growing relationships, and mentoring staff. You will analyze profits, coordinate with facility and commercial managers, participate in producer meetings, and travel up to 20% to assigned producers in the