Job Information
Cargill Grain Marketing Associate in Oakner, Manitoba
Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill’s agricultural supply chain business, where we seamlessly connect farming customers with food, feed and industry.
Job Purpose and Impact
The Grain Marketing Associate will support the delivery of our grain advisory services program to farm clients. In this role, you will develop an understanding of business acumen, financials, and grain marketing solutions, to customize outcomes based on the client’s needs.
Key Accountabilities
Participate in a development program to prepare you to become a successful commodity Grain Marketing Advisor where you will be providing a consultative service with farm customers.
Help support the grain advisory services team with the development and delivery of grain market information, proposals and presentations.
Help assess customer needs and suggest appropriate solutions.
Build, develop and maintain internal and external customer relationships.
Handle basic issues and problems under direct supervision, while escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff.
Other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Diploma/Certificate or bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
Possess a valid Canadian drivers licence in good standing authorizing you to drive independently during your employment.
Demonstrated ability to solve problems quickly and make decisions in a conclusive manner
Demonstrated sales skills and aptitude
Understanding of Canadian agriculture market
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Must be legally entitled to work for Cargill in Canada
Preferred Qualifications
Comprehension of grain marketing
Three years of customer service experience
Position Information
Travel is required to cover the area of responsibility. (Up to 50% travel is requested).
Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position within Canada.
Cargill is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing accommodation to our job applicants with disabilities.