In Branch Grain Originator - Central Ontario FS - Ayr, ON

Central Ontario FS, a division of GROWMARK, Inc ., is a great company to work for, large enough to offer solid career opportunities and great benefits, but with a friendly, personal feel.

At  Central Ontario FS , we specialize in agronomy, energy products and grain marketing. We are driven to deliver innovative solutions to help improve the profitability of our customers and farmer owners.

If you excel at relationship building, coordinating logistics, and have knowledge of the grain marketing world, then we can’t wait to talk to you! We are looking for an In-Branch Grain Originator that is eager to go above and beyondhelping our growers reach their goals by demonstrating expert knowledge of our products and services.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

The In-Branch Grain Originator generates revenue by proactively sourcing grain from existing customer base and non-targeted clients and consulting regularly with clients to ascertain client needs while developing long-term relationships. This position is also responsible for developing and implementing grain-marketing programs to provide profitable solutions.

Key responsibilities include :

• Provides market information and cash grain bids to patrons and establishes marketing plans for branch customers.
• Works to establish the company as the first choice in value-added grain marketing.
• Uses target marketing, segmentation and market analysis to facilitate origination to support customers and grow market share.
• Acquires new business through regular contact with current and prospective customers.
• Works with carriers, customers and facility personnel to set the time and location of on-farm pickup and field pick-up purchases.
• Provides ongoing market information and feedback to Location Manager, Grain Merchandiser, Grain Origination Specialist, Zone Grain Originator and Grain Origination and Business Development Team Lead for the purpose of developing effective procurement plans.
• Purchases grain deliveries into company facilities and direct delivery markets. Completes all administrative functions related to these purchases including contracts, settlements and effectively using proprietary programs to document customer information.
• Works closely with the branch team to support the marketing, customer experience and advisory sales efforts of the company through information on prospects, problems and opportunities.
• Grades different classes of grain and operates scale functions for shipping and receiving.
• Understands and follow all health and safety, environment policies and procedures.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE

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WHAT YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT US

Central Ontario FS is a retail division of GROWMARK, INC. serves local producers across Central and Southern Ontario. We provide leading-edge agronomic products & solutions, including precision ag services delivered by a skilled team of professionals.

Our average full-time tenure is 12 years, with 20% of our full-timers having more than 25 years of service.

We are an equal opportunity / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.

Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and / or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.