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Grain Originator, Associate
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CHS Inc.
Base pay range $50,400.00/hr - $75,600.00/hr
Summary CHS has an exciting opportunity on our go-to-market team. We are looking for a Grain Originator to work with producers in Lakota, ND. You will work extensively with producers in procuring grain and setting up marketing programs. You must be able to make decisions, work independently, be detail-oriented and have excellent verbal and written communication skills. This opportunity has growth potential and offers mobility within CHS.
Responsibilities
Make professional contact with country elevators and farmer producers, serving as the face of CHS to customers. Update them on market trends, current quotes, and agriculture business overall.
Grow CHS business with new customers and new regions.
Build and maintain long‑term relationships with key accounts. Gain knowledge of customer goals to target procurement tactics.
Procure CHS products from producers and elevators, making timing and quantity buying decisions. Report hedges, purchasing/sale of contracts quickly and accurately. Communicate bid changes and closing bids to customers.
Respond to customer complaints, questions and requests in a timely manner.
Interpret industry reports and understand changes and trends.
Plan, develop, and implement simple purchasing strategies and tactics in accordance with CHS policies and guidelines.
Gather information regarding market players and communicate to appropriate stakeholders.
Collaborate internally (merchandisers, hedge desk and accountants) to exchange information as needed.
Manage customer shipments in conjunction with CHS capacity.
Execute CHS logistics strategy around the physical movement of goods. Book truck rates on FOB purchases.
Perform other responsibilities as needed or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (required)
High School diploma or GED
Knowledge of supply chain, procurement and/or commodities
Additional Qualifications
Ability to build and maintain strong business relationships
Strong customer service skills
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written; comfortable asking questions and sharing information.
Strong critical thinking and decision making skills
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Economics, Manufacturing, Logistics, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Statistics or a related field
Pre‑employment screening will be based on the job requirements and industry guidelines. If required, selected candidates must pass pre‑employment screenings including drug, criminal, motor vehicle checks, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.
CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short‑ and long‑term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.
CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disability.
Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter will be sent using a chsinc.com email address. A CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to chscareers@chsinc.com to verify that the communication is from CHS.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Contract
Job function Finance and Sales
Industries Farming
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Grain Originator, Associate
role at
CHS Inc.
Base pay range $50,400.00/hr - $75,600.00/hr
Summary CHS has an exciting opportunity on our go-to-market team. We are looking for a Grain Originator to work with producers in Lakota, ND. You will work extensively with producers in procuring grain and setting up marketing programs. You must be able to make decisions, work independently, be detail-oriented and have excellent verbal and written communication skills. This opportunity has growth potential and offers mobility within CHS.
Responsibilities
Make professional contact with country elevators and farmer producers, serving as the face of CHS to customers. Update them on market trends, current quotes, and agriculture business overall.
Grow CHS business with new customers and new regions.
Build and maintain long‑term relationships with key accounts. Gain knowledge of customer goals to target procurement tactics.
Procure CHS products from producers and elevators, making timing and quantity buying decisions. Report hedges, purchasing/sale of contracts quickly and accurately. Communicate bid changes and closing bids to customers.
Respond to customer complaints, questions and requests in a timely manner.
Interpret industry reports and understand changes and trends.
Plan, develop, and implement simple purchasing strategies and tactics in accordance with CHS policies and guidelines.
Gather information regarding market players and communicate to appropriate stakeholders.
Collaborate internally (merchandisers, hedge desk and accountants) to exchange information as needed.
Manage customer shipments in conjunction with CHS capacity.
Execute CHS logistics strategy around the physical movement of goods. Book truck rates on FOB purchases.
Perform other responsibilities as needed or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (required)
High School diploma or GED
Knowledge of supply chain, procurement and/or commodities
Additional Qualifications
Ability to build and maintain strong business relationships
Strong customer service skills
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written; comfortable asking questions and sharing information.
Strong critical thinking and decision making skills
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Economics, Manufacturing, Logistics, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Statistics or a related field
Pre‑employment screening will be based on the job requirements and industry guidelines. If required, selected candidates must pass pre‑employment screenings including drug, criminal, motor vehicle checks, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.
CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short‑ and long‑term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.
CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disability.
Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter will be sent using a chsinc.com email address. A CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to chscareers@chsinc.com to verify that the communication is from CHS.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Contract
Job function Finance and Sales
Industries Farming
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at CHS Inc. by 2x
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