Grain Merchandiser

What you'll do: Build and maintain relationships with farmers and commercial grain partners Procure grain through on-farm visits, phone calls, and customer meetings Analyze local supply/demand, competition, crop and market conditions to offer competitive bids Create and communicate marketing strategies tailored to customer needs Manage grain contracts, records and customer database

Qualifications and skills: Bachelor's degree in ag business, marketing, animal science, or a related field, or have 3-5 years of grain merchandising/origination/advisory experience Strong knowledge of grain marketing, contracts, and market drivers Background in sales and/or customer relations. Ability to seek out and build strong customer relationships and build a market territory Excellent communication skills and attention to detail. Excellent organization and time management skills with a sense of urgency that drives results. Familiarity with the basics of Microsoft Office Suite and the capability to learn new programs.

Bonus points: a demonstrated background of success. Strengths of a successful candidate High level of personal integrity Interpersonal skills ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills Ability to embrace and promote change Innovative mindset Ability to think objectively Self-awareness in the face of uncertainty Ability to work both independently and in a team environment with a positive and friendly attitude Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment

Work environment: Up to 50% travel will be part of the norm for this position to visit customers and attend meetings off-site. At times, overnight travel may be required. This position operates primarily in an office environment, working at a personal computer where you may sit or stand. Culture is king at POETWe're all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren't just slogans on our walls. It's the way we do things at POET. We provide an environment for team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance. It's the best way to optimize health, wellness, and productivity in a sustainable way. We work hard. We play hard. We have frequent team events, volunteer efforts, and we know how to celebrate wins! Growth and development opportunities At POET we encourage internal development and growth by allowing team members to carve their own path to success. Leaders support team members with the necessary resources to develop their skills, achieve goals, and create the most value. We believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team member's position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset. POET is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, abilities, merit, and other legitimate business factors, without regard to any legally protected characteristic. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, working conditions, promotion, and termination.