Merchandiser, Feed Products - Decatur, IL

Company: ADM
Location: Decatur
Posted on: April 19, 2024

Job Description:

Job Description Merchandiser, Feed Products - Decatur, ILADM MillingThis is a Full Time Exempt PositionMain Functions:Reporting to the Commercial Manager of Wheat Midds, this position will be responsible for the merchandising and position management of Wheat Midds for multiple ADM mills in North America.
This person will work in a team environment to develop and execute a successful sales strategy for Wheat Midds, working with external and internal customers as well as other divisions within ADM. Job Responsibilities:Aggressively seek new business to increase customer base for direct sales of Wheat MiddsEnsure successful implementation and execution of the sales strategy for multiple wheat millsBuild and maintain relationships with a variety of customersPrice Discovery for Wheat MiddsDiscover and execute on opportunities for arbitrageUnderstand customer requirements to collaborate and add valueUnderstand local feed markets to determine strategic pricing opportunities and relay information to the Co-Product TeamMaintains a clear current and prospective customer account list along with plans for attaining the listed prospective accountsDevelop a positive working relationship with the Milling and Co-Product TeamsDevelop a good understanding of current plant operationsEffectively uses communication for proper coordination of sales, logistics, and customer serviceManage customer issues relating to accounting, order entry, logistics and othersManage A/R on sold accountsUnderstands and has strict adherence to corporate compliance polices, safety systems and policiesPortrays a positive image of the company and self when interacting with customers & colleaguesPrepare and submit daily & ad hoc reportsJob Requirements:3 years Animal Agriculture Sales Experience or Merchandising ExperienceMinimum of a Bachelor's degree in agriculture or businessDemonstrated negotiation and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated Knowledge and understanding of domestic tradeDemonstrated Knowledge and Understanding of freight spreads and arbitrage.Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with end-users, suppliers, and internal customers.Proven ability to work within and team environmentProven ability to excel in a fast-paced work environmentComputer competent, ability in the use of spreadsheets, database, word processing, and application within a windows based environmentCommitted to corporate ethic policies and safety programExcited about this role but don't meet every requirement listed? Studies show that often applicants will self-select out if they don't check every box. We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. REF:83415BR

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