• Grain Originator

    Innovative Ag Services (Hubbard, IA)


    IAS is excited to announce an opening on our Grain origination team!

     

    Primary Objective: Originate quality grain annually from producers utilizing risk management tools to create revenue by purchasing grain at the least cost within a timely manner.

    Major Accountabilities:

    The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.

    60% of time dedicated to:

    + Procuring grain for direct ship markets, Pine Lake Ethanol, IAS grain elevators, and the Hubbard feed mill.

    + Develop a business relationship with the current network of customers and suppliers.

    + Growing market share through increased farmer interaction and adding new grain customers.

    + Utilize a grain procurement strategy that creates producer loyalty while meeting company objectives using futures and options along with cash contracts.

    30% of time dedicated to:

    + Supporting grain accounting duties, grain settlements, contracts, customer reports and daily activity reports.

    + Collaborating with IAS grain personnel to communicate current market structure and values while educating about grain policies and programs.

    10% of time dedicated to:

    + Coordinating efficient daily grain logistics for the western grain region and FOB off-farm loadings.

    + As an IAS-licensed facility, coordinate with the IAS warehouseman to maximize the utilization of market carries and grain logistics.

    + On farm procurement calls.

    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

    + Experience in grain origination preferred.

    + Solid understanding of grain marketing, logistics, and marketing programs.

    + Display a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently.

    + Ability to communicate information or ideas effectively in written or oral form.

    + Ability to organize, deal with change effectively, and work on multiple tasks concurrently.

    + Strong interpersonal skills and work ethic.

    + Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

    + Post-secondary education or equivalent of education and experience.

    Physical Requirements/Environmental Adaptability:

    Requires static strength to lift, push, pull, or, on occasion, carry objects with a minimum weight of 50 pounds. Also flexibility to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs. Some tasks involve repetitive motion.

     

    Agricultural Environment – Possible exposure to seasonal weather, outdoor conditions, and agriculture products.