Job Location : Omaha,NE, USA
*NOTE* - Positions are not located in Omaha, NE. Positions will be located on site at one of our grain elevator facilities. Multiple locations available - please input location preferences into applicationJob Summary:The Merchandiser Trainee is responsible for commodity origination, marketing and execution within an assigned product line and/or for an assigned group of customers. The key objective of this position is to learn to create growth in the market place through origination, to develop risk management skills and to reach and exceed profitability goals. This is achieved through customer contact, providing excellent customer service and growing the customer base with focus on increasing profits and margins. Training is conducted within a mentorship framework necessitating a high degree of interaction with location management personnel.Position ResponsibilitiesExecute marketing and origination strategies within the area in line with Viterra's overall origination strategy.Diversify price risk through Viterra products and servicesGrow the origination and local area merchandising business internally and externally through market share, customer base and volumeProvides expert knowledge in day to day activities and acts as a resource to customers in line with Gavilon's core values and missionObtain local market knowledge and insight through continuous communication with product suppliers, customers and transportation vendorsFacilitate and schedule logistics for timely product delivery using the local truck marketParticipate in effective training and developmentMaintains an understanding of all legal and compliance requirementsProvide periodic updates and reports to location managementDemonstrate regular attendance and timeliness in reporting to work, meetings and completing assignmentsQualificationsBS degree or equivalent experience required; an emphasis in Agriculture preferred.Strong analytical, organizational, and negotiating skills.Excellent communications, computer and public relations skills.Must be a professional, self-motivated individual.Able to function in fast paced environment.