Reporting to the Manager of Commercial Grains, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Develop and deliver successful grain origination plans
• Promote current and upcoming commodity programs
• Provide trusted market insight and competitive pricing
• Communicate with Grain Originators to summarize current market conditions, determine and target any unique opportunities, and establish action plans
• Collaborate with the operations team to ensure adequate space allocation, timely delivery schedules, and quality of stored grain
• Collaborate with the Merchandising, Logistics, and Grain Administration teams to ensure the efficient and professional execution of purchase obligations
• Manage and lead all aspects of the origination team including employee development, budgeting, and grain procurement leadership
• Creation and execution of the commercial grain annual procurement plan
• Maintain a clear customer account list and defined potential new business list, including an action plan for each
• Purchase grain for delivery into company facilities and direct delivery markets, and supervise other Grain Originators doing the same
• Organize and facilitate producer presentations of current market reviews and marketing education

Minimum Requirements for this role include:

• Diploma or Degree in business, economics, or commerce, ideally with a focus on agriculture
• 10+ years’ experience in Ontario agri-business, with experience in grain merchandising and origination
• Strong analytical, communication, leadership, and teamwork skills

This position offers a competitive salary as well as a complete benefit and pension package. Relocation assistance is available with this position. 

If interested, please submit your cover letter and resume through our website.

Hensall Co-op wishes to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which our businesses are located. The lands where we live, learn, and work are the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee, Attiwonderonk, Anishinabewaki, Odawa, Métis, and Sioux nations. Hensall Co-op has a strong commitment to employment equity, and strives to embody the principles of respect, collaboration and diversity. We believe that the diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and growth. We seek qualified applicants who share our vision and commitment to employment equity. While all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, we particularly welcome applications from the four designated groups, as defined by the Employment Equity Act: women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal peoples, and visible minorities. Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Team.