Grain Originator
Company: Smithfield Foods
Location: Rose Hill
Posted on: April 20, 2024
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Job Description:
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$82,500This position will work to improve the year over year
profitability of Smithfield Hog Production by establishing a
beneficial local presence at and around our outlying feed mills.
This role involves buying more local grain at prices increasingly
close to prices in effect in the company.
Core Responsibilities Collaborates with the milling, production and
nutrition departments to develop an overall grain forecast usage by
week for twelve-month increments.Works with procurement department
to develop a strategy to fill grain needs with the highest quality
and lowest cost grain for the business.Trains mill, quality and
receiving staff in grain grading and handling techniques as well as
increasing the effectiveness and efficiency of receiving grain
shipments at the mill in organized and timely manner.Spends
approximately 40% of time cultivating direct business relationships
with local farmers including but not limited to hosting and/or
participating in farmer group meetings, industry tradeshows, and
one on one meetings with farmers and their farming
resources.Creates working relationships with area farmers to
develop strong buyer/seller processes with long term purchasing and
marketing capabilities.Researches the business plans and activities
of area competitors and utilizes the information to develop
business strategies enabling Smithfield Hog Production to
outperform its local competition in terms of local grain pricing
and market share.Coordinates grain movement and deployment with SHP
grain elevator managers, SHP logistics, SHP receiving personnel,
mill managers, SHP area managers, and other area originators to
achieve optimal supply chain efficiency.Monitors and reports to
upper management the mill's performance in terms of customer
service, receiving, maintenance projects, and all programs geared
towards maximizing storage space and efficiency at the
mill.Collaborates with Procurement management to establish a
competitive bid for each grain type, grain crop, and purchasing
period in order to pursue local grain at a lower cost while
preserving and/or improving market share performance.Negotiates
directly with farmers and other sellers of grain to purchase grain
at the lowest possible price.Directly supports area farmers and the
local community in order to implement strategic programs of
Smithfield Hog Production (Sorghum, Irrigation, Sludge for
agronomical benefits, forward pricing crops, database marketing,
etc.) The above statements are intended to describe the general
nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this
job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so
classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to
perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed
below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability
required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals to perform the essential functions. Bachelor's degree
from an accredited four-year college or university in Business
Administration, Agricultural Business, Economics, Agronomics or
related field; or equivalent combination of education and
experience, required.Company will consider a currently enrolled
college student with an anticipated graduation by end of current
school year as qualified.Strong analytical and problem-solving
skills.Excellent comprehensive, verbal, and written communication
skills. - Proficient in Microsoft Office products.Ability to work
well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.Ability to be
respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong
working relationships and a positive work environment. Salary Range
EEO/AA InformationSmithfield is an equal opportunity employer
committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender
identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled
individual or any other protected group status or non-job
characteristic as directed by law.If you are an individual with a
disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for
any part of the employment selection process, please call us at
757-357-1595.Salary Range$50,000.00 - $74,375.00
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