Visual merchandiser Jobs in Oshawa, ON

Location : SW Ontario office-based position

AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY TRADER / MERCHANDISER

Grasslands Recruitment Specialists is recruiting a full‑time Agricultural Commodity Trader / Merchandiser. This fast‑paced position is based out of a company office in Southwestern Ontario. The position will report directly to the Director of Merchandising and Sales, Canada and is an addition to their merchandising team as a result of continued growth.

ABOUT GRASSLANDS RECRUITMENT SPECIALISTS

We are a recruiting company that has been connecting Canadian agriculture since 1996. With well over 80 years of combined experience in the industry, we provide specialized recruiting services for our clients. Our focus is to find the best candidate for our client employers and the perfect opportunity for career seekers. As a search firm, we have dedicated our resources to being an integral part of the continued growth and diversity of the Canadian agricultural economy. Our team is strategically placed throughout the Canadian labor market—understanding the needs of national and international agribusiness employers. We take the time to understand individuals’ career aspirations, and then work to match them with our clients’ opportunities. We are not algorithms; we are people helping people!

ABOUT OUR CLIENT

Our client is an established and trusted supplier of high‑quality feed ingredients to feed mills and farm customers throughout Canada and the United States. They specialize in marketing co‑products from the food and beverage, ethanol, grain processing and cotton industries as quality animal feed ingredients for all species. Located throughout Canada and the US, they have a team of professional nutritionists, feeding consultants and merchandisers who are always striving to bring added value to their customers. Today our client celebrates over 100 years of business success by delivering quality livestock feeding solutions to customers around the world.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF THE AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY TRADER / MERCHANDISER

Reporting to and working with the Director of Merchandising and Sales, Canada this full time, permanent position purchases and sells feed ingredients and expands market presence by building and growing relationships with vendors and customers.

The Agricultural Commodity Trader / Merchandiser focuses on business development and will also be responsible for identifying new markets and product opportunities that will create value for customers.

Key deliverables :

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and customers
• Obtain market information for business development
• Negotiate purchase and sale terms with suppliers and customers
• Maintain communication with logistics departments to ensure all logistics are completed and deadlines are met
• Provide excellent customer service and monitor any active shipments

Our client offers a competitive compensation package consisting of base salary, incentive opportunity and full benefits, along with a casual working environment.

AM I A GOOD FIT FOR THIS AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY TRADER / MERCHANDISER OPPORTUNITY?

You bring an entrepreneurial spirit and strong attention to detail. Your post‑secondary degree in Agriculture, Business or related field is strongly preferred. You are familiar with and have a direct background in agriculture and farming. You are motivated to participate in an extensive training program in order to learn all aspects of the position. You have exceptional communication and customer service skills and have a drive to provide excellent service. 3‑4 years of experience in the grain or commodity industry is strongly preferred, as well as bilingual French‑English language skills (although not strictly required).

READY TO MOVE FORWARD?

We understand your time is valuable, so we have a very streamlined and confidential application process. If you feel that you would be right for this journey of personal and professional growth, to push out of your comfort zone, and to reach your full potential as the company grows and evolves, please click on “APPLY” and follow the easy self‑serve application process or email your resume to mike@grasslandsgroup.com. Questions be addressed in confidence to Mike Bachner at 1‑866‑519‑2793. Only individuals who hold Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Canadian Residency need apply. As per Grasslands Group of Companies Privacy Policy, your personal information will be kept in complete confidence.

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