CHS Inc.
Job Title
Grain Originator, Associate
Overview CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States. We provide grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers worldwide. This role offers growth potential and mobility within CHS.
Base pay range $50,400.00/hr - $75,600.00/hr
Responsibilities
Make professional contact with country elevators and farmer producers, serving as the face of CHS to customers.
Update customers on market trends, current quotes, and agricultural business overview.
Grow CHS business with new customers and in new regions.
Build and maintain long‑term relationships with key accounts, gathering insights into customers’ goals to target procurement tactics.
Procure CHS products from producers and elevators based on overall strategy; make 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 related field.
Pre‑employment screening may be required and could include drug, criminal, motor‑vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.
Benefits CHS offers a competitive total rewards package including base wage, bonus, incentives and commissions. 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.
Employment Information Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Contract Job function: Finance and Sales Industry: Farming
Equal Opportunity Statement CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.
Recruiter Communications Notice Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter will be sent via 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 the communication is from CHS.
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Overview CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States. We provide grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers worldwide. This role offers growth potential and mobility within CHS.
Base pay range $50,400.00/hr - $75,600.00/hr
Responsibilities
Make professional contact with country elevators and farmer producers, serving as the face of CHS to customers.
Update customers on market trends, current quotes, and agricultural business overview.
Grow CHS business with new customers and in new regions.
Build and maintain long‑term relationships with key accounts, gathering insights into customers’ goals to target procurement tactics.
Procure CHS products from producers and elevators based on overall strategy; make 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 related field.
Pre‑employment screening may be required and could include drug, criminal, motor‑vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.
Benefits CHS offers a competitive total rewards package including base wage, bonus, incentives and commissions. 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.
Employment Information Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Contract Job function: Finance and Sales Industry: Farming
Equal Opportunity Statement CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.
Recruiter Communications Notice Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter will be sent via 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 the communication is from CHS.
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