Facilities Business Manager

This looks to be an outstanding opportunity in Kansas.  Facilities Business Manager is an important field that has a lot of potential to expand on your career.  This is a GREAT opportunity!

Position Title/Summary	Facility Business Manager
Recruiter's Name *	Jason Doppenberg
Email *	jason@greatplainsinc.com
Industry *	Agriculture
Company *	Great Plains Consulting
Where to call you.	(605) 767-8881
Career Website
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A grain elevator is looking for a top-notch Location Manager to oversee 2 shuttle locations in North Central Kansas. One facility is 100 car and the other is 110 car. Storage is 15m and they handle 40-60m bushels of grain. These are grain only locations. The ideal candidate needs operational expertise and employee management experience. These two locations are considered its own profit center with stand alone P & L resposibilities. There are 5 direct reports to this person and 30 employees total. The salary is around $100k for a base and incentive pay that doesn't have a ceiling that could lead to an additional $50-100k. This is too good of an opportunity to pass up for the qualified candidate.
Apply To:	Jason Doppenberg

Manager of International Operations - Marketing!!!

Can anyone say, AWESOME international opportunity?  What a great position for someone looking to make a positive move.  Thanks to U.S. Grains Council for posting this with the AgJobNetwork!

Position Title/Summary	Manager of International Operations – Marketing
Recruiter's Name *	Chris Corry
Email *	employment@grains.org
Industry *	Agriculture marketing
Company *	U.S. Grains Council
Washington, D.C. based international market development organization, whose mission is building global markets for America’s feed grains, is currently recruiting a Manager of International Operations - Marketing. The position supports worldwide U.S. sorghum promotion activities, responds to trade inquiries, and tracks trade issues and progress in expanding markets. Responsibilities will entail domestic and international travel of up to 30 percent of the time. QUALIFICATIONS: The candidate will have commodity marketing experience, preferably in the area of grain merchandising. Candidates will also have demonstrated cross-cultural skills acquired during a minimum of one year international activity. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing programs, including event planning. The candidate will have competence in assessing market opportunities and influencing grain users and purchasing decision-makers. University degree in a related agricultural field: agribusiness management, marketing, economics, grain science or animal science. This position will be based in Washington, DC. Send cover letter with resume by April 17, 2009 to: Personnel/Sorghum Marketing, 1400 K Street, NW, Suite 1200, Washington, D.C. 20005, or employment@grains.org. Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Apply To:	Personnel/Sorghum Marketing
Application Deadline	April 17, 2009

Grain Originator Opening - Wisconsin

Well established southern Wisconsin grain company seeks a grain originator to settle in and become a part of their successful team. Excellent customer skills and personality are crucial. Company will train the successful candidate to fit the job and the company culture. Must be an excellent communicator, enjoy being on the phone much of the day, and excel at building relationships with farmer customers. Upcoming and recent graduates who are passionate about serving in agriculture and have a strong desire to build a career in the grain industry are encouraged to apply. Salary based on experience. Please send cover letter and resume to badgergrain@gmail.com no later than April 15, 2009. email: badgergrain@gmail.com to apply!

Controller - The Good Kind

Position Title/Summary	Controller
Recruiter's Name *	Jeri Derrig
Email *	jdderrig@landolakes.com
Industry *	Agriculture
Company *	Land O'Lakes
Where to call you.	(515) 574-2905
To support senior staff by administering accurate financial accounting of the cooperative and by having required information readily available for management in a manner that will optimize the cooperative’s market share and savings, improve the cooperative’s efficiency, help achieve the cooperative’s mission and goals, and result in outstanding customer service. Company Info: Total sales: $125 million Grain storage: 12.8 million bushel CPP: $3.5 million Energy: 10 million gallons Seed: $2.6 million Crops: $12.6 million Feed: $17.4 million Requirements: Four year accounting degree required with direct experience in agriculture accounting preferably with multiple location experience. Previous Agris accounting system and grain accounting experience preferred.
Apply To:	Jeri Derrig
Application Deadline	April 3, 2009

Grain Field Marking All Star!

Position Title/Summary	Grain Field Marketer
Recruiter's Name *	Jeri Derrig
Email *	jdderrig@landolakes.com
Industry *	agriculture
Company *	Land O'Lakes
Career Website	http://www.landolakesbds.com
Grain Farm Marketers generate revenue from targeted customers by developing long term relationships in order to sell the full range of CRM products, services and solutions as well as originating grain from those same customers. Education/Job Experience: A background in direct to grower sales call activity -- knowledge of farming with particular disciplines in agronomy or grain is a plus. Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or four to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Must be able to speak and write basic English. Ability to read all safety signs.

Vice President of Grain Operations - Wisconsin

Position Title/Summary	VP of Grain Operatioins
Recruiter's Name *	Jeri Derrig
Email *	jdderrig@landolakes.com
Industry *	agriculture
Career Website	http://www.landolakesbds.com
SE Wisconsin Responsible to the President and CEO for the overall business management and direction of a 34 million bushel, 8 location Grain Division. Manage the activities of 14 direct reports and 37 indirect reports. Work with the Grain Operations Manager, Grain Merchandising Manager, and all elevator managers to effectively manage the procurement, storage, and selling of grain. Develop and maintain excellent relationships with growers to increase the business level and success of the cooperative. Plan a budget for approval and then execute that plan to achieve overall volume and profit objectives. Work with the Grain Operations Manager to plan and recommend capital improvement projects to the President and CEO. Assure the safe, secure operation of the cooperative's multi-million bushel grain storage and handling systems. Company Highlights Education/Job Experience B.A. or B.S. in Agriculture Business, Business or related field. 7-10 years of progressively more responsible jobs in the grain or related industry. Experienced in multi-site management, with an excellent understanding of grain accounting. Proficient in use of grain software systems (AgVantage preferred). Proven success in the motivation, management and development of subordinates, and a good working knowledge of grain merchandising.
Apply To:	Jeri Derrig at jdderrig@landolakes.com

Chief Financial Officer - Pacific NW

Name * Mike Conklin

Email * mike@agripnw.com
Company *
AGRI-associates
Where to call you. (509) 285-5657
Career Website http://www.agripnw.com

Established full service grain company seeking Chief Financial Officer to manage fiscal activities of multi-faceted operation.
Duties include accounting and financial reporting, treasury function, and economic forecasting. Provide leadership and coordination in the administrative, business planning, accounting, and budget efforts of the company.
Need to be intimate with GAAP and SOX. Looking for 8 to 10 years of ag related experience with 2 years in a supervisory role. Will look at up-and-comers with solid, demonstrable history.
Pacific Northwest location. Full Boat Benefits and salary of $80,000-$100,000 with good bonus potential on top. Apply To:
Mike Conklin

CEO / General Manager - Wisconsin

Email * lauldbjerg@landolakes.com
Company * Land O' Lakes - Ag Business Placement
Where to call you. (320) 234-4390
Career Website http://www.landolakesinc.com
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Job Title General Manager / CEO

Job Description General Manager - Ag Services

The Board of Directors of this large diversified cooperative is in the process of selecting a General Manager to oversee all aspects of their $27 million Farm Supply & Retail operation. The cooperative also operates a separate $90 million dairy cheese processing business.

Products & services include: Agronomy & Seed, Feed & Grain, LP Gas, Bulk Petroleum, Pump 24, C-Store, Hardware Store, Rental Service, and Service Shop with Tire Service.

Company Highlights Burnett Dairy Cooperative Grantsburg, WI.

www.burnettdairy.com

Grantsburg is located in North West Wisconsin and has a population of 1,500 a very nice community with easy access to the T Twin Cities of Minneapolis / St. Paul.

Grantsburg High School is rated in the top 2% in the nation. For community information go to www.grantsburgwi.com

Education/Job Experience Preferred candidates will have supervisory experience with excellent communication skills. A back ground of successful operations experience in similar products & services with skills in planning, business process controls and risk management.

Apply To: http://jobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=142&siteid=5334&AReq=4661BR

Grain Department Manager Trainee - Pacific NW

Grain Department Manager Trainee

Long time established Pacific Northwest full service grain company seeks a trainee for its grain marketing department. Will come and work a while in other departments such as the fertilizer and machinery departments, in order to gain a balanced appreciation for the entire company. Will then train under current Grain Dept. Manager to learn origination, hedging, market analysis, grower advising and traffic/logistics for eventual role as head of Grain Dept. This is a terrific career opportunity for the recent Ag School grad who isn't afraid to learn wants to live and work in beautiful, rural Pacific Northwest. Will consider other experience as well. This job has great benefits and excellent long term potential. $35-$45k

Mike Conklin mike@agripnw.com (509) 285-5657

Grain Elevator Operations Manager - Pacific NW

Grain Elevator Operations Manager

Elevator Operations Manager/Superintendent for interior terminal elevator. Needs to be skilled in maintenance, scheduling and safety issues. Supervisory experience necessary and must be liaison between elevator operations and management.

Will oversee shipping/receiving truck/rail grain incl quality control, segregation and blending. Must make and keep regular maintenance schedules for all facility machinery including electrical and document same. Responsible for facility safety incl meetings and documentation.

Southwest location. $60k+

mike@agripnw.com

509-285-5657 

Mike Conklin mike@agripnw.com (509) 285-5657

Grain Merchandiser - Minnesota

Position: Grain Merchandiser
Location: Hanley Falls, Minnesota
Highlights: This is an excellent opportunity to become a member of an experienced Grain Merchandising Team. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, hard working, have good time management skills, and be a great communicator in a team merchandising environment. This position’s duties include all facets of grain origination and merchandising. Preference will be given to candidates with grain merchandising experience.


The 8 location cooperative is a growth oriented business that has total sales of over $200 million. The cooperative utilizes shuttle shipments via the BNSF Railroad in addition to shortline and domestic marketing of grain. Successful feed, seed, and hardware departments compliment the grain department. A competitive salary will be offered, based on experience. A very competitive benefit package accompanies the salary.

Feed & Grain Dept. Manager

Position: Feed/Grain Department Manager
Location: Gillette, Wyoming

Highlights: Growth focused cooperative seeking aggressive, people-oriented, self-motivated individual to lead a growing feed and grain department with 10,000 ton volume in bulk and bagged feed and 150,000 bu wheat receipts. Candidate will have responsibilities including, purchasing inventory, merchandising feed warehouse, inventory, and profitability. Position includes supervising warehouse and sales staff developing and supporting marketing strategies to ranch customers, setting business plans and budgets, and maintaining working relationships with other departments in the cooperative. Desired Candidates must be able to communicate departmental and company goals to staff, meet departmental profitability goals, increasing market share in feed and related products, have communication skills, cooperative financial understanding, planning abilities, and managing several employees, delivery and sales staff.

Send resumes to: Larry Fuller, 5213 Shoal Drive, Bismarck, ND 58503. Fax 701-223-9078, Email larry.fuller@chsinc.com

General Manager

Position: General Manager
Location: Oakes, North Dakota

Highlights: This position will report to the Board of Directors of James Valley Grain LLC. The GM will be responsible to oversee all co-op operations, to promote the goals and vision of the LLC. The goal of the GM is to promote team work and develop opportunities that create profitable options for the patrons, members, and employees of the LLC as he or she grows in responsibility. James Valley Grain is a financially sound farmers’ cooperative LLC with sales of $75,000,000 which consist of grain marketing, agronomy, and seed related services. James Valley Grain is a partnership between Norway Spur in SE N.D. and South Dakota Wheat Growers of Aberdeen S.D.



James Valley grain is located in Oakes, N.D. in the center of one of the largest irrigation areas in North Dakota. This is a shuttle loading facility. The main Crops are corn, some small grain and beans. James Valley Grain LLC is looking for an individual who can demonstrate management level experience, risk management experience and grain marketing knowledge. The successful candidate must have an open and receptive attitude and exceptional communication skills. A track record of successful business management and business growth with a willingness to learn and share new ideas and concepts will be indispensable.

Send resumes to: Larry Fuller, 5213 Shoal Drive, Bismarck, ND 58503. Fax 701-223-9078, Email larry.fuller@chsinc.com

Vice President of Grain Operations

Job Title  Vice President of Grain Operations

Location:  SE Wisconsin

Job Description       Responsible to the President and CEO for the overall business management and direction of a 34 million bushel, 8 location Grain Division. Manage the activities of 14 direct reports and 37 indirect reports. Work with the Grain Operations Manager, Grain Merchandising Manager, and all elevator managers to effectively manage the procurement, storage, and selling of grain. Develop and maintain excellent relationships with growers to increase the business level and success of the cooperative. Plan a budget for approval and then execute that plan to achieve overall volume and profit objectives. Work with the Grain Operations Manager to plan and recommend capital improvement projects to the President and CEO. Assure the safe, secure operation of the cooperative's multi-million bushel grain storage and handling systems.

Education/Job Experience     B.A. or B.S. in Agriculture Business, Business or related field. 7-10 years of progressively more responsible jobs in the grain or related industry. Experienced in multi-site management, with an excellent understanding of grain accounting. Proficient in use of grain software systems (AgVantage preferred). Proven success in the motivation, management and development of subordinates, and a good working knowledge of grain merchandising.

Contact:  Jeri Derrig - (515) 574-2905 – jdderrig@landolakesinc.com

Feed Procurement Manager

Feed Procurement Manager – Sparboe Farms Inc., fourth largest US egg producer, is seeking a highly motivated individual to manage the feed supply for all company owned layers and pullets. This full-time, salaried position located in Litchfield, MN, includes working with company nutritionist, ingredient vendors, toll manufacturers and company owned mills. Experience in feed and grain business or a related agricultural field is required. B.S. in Agriculture and/or Business beneficial. Send resume and cover letter to Human Resources, Sparboe Farms, Inc., PO Box 961, Litchfield, MN 55355 or e-mail jobs@sparboe.com.  Applications accepted through December 1.  EOE  

Carbon Credit Trading - Minnesota

Manager, Carbon Credit Trading – Inver Grove Heights, MN Level: Depending on Qualifications Responsibilities: CHS, Inc., a Fortune 150, diversified energy, grain and foods company is seeking a well qualified, professional to join us within our Country Hedging Division as the Manager of Carbon Credit Trading. This position will provide leadership for the aggregation and trading of carbon credits in the agricultural sector. As the Manager of Carbon Credit Trading, you will develop and build a cost effective trading program that is compatible with and capitalizes on the CHS origination network. You will be responsible for trading carbon credits with appropriate counter parties/exchanges, creating a positive P&L and establishing credibility in the marketplace. Support the CHS Business Units as they decide what direction their Carbon Credit Strategy will assume. You will be responsible for researching and becoming the resident expert on greenhouse gas legislation and its impact on the industry. An important function of the position will be to educate the CHS staffs who interact with customers regarding CHS programs and market opportunities related to carbon credits. You will also provide education to affiliates who deal with producers regarding CHS’s carbon credit program. Requirements: 4 year degree in Ag Business/Economics or related field. This position requires a high level of knowledge regarding commodity markets and trading techniques, at least five years actual successful trading and any experience within carbon markets is a plus. Minimum 8 -10 years of corporate-level program and project experience. Exceptional understanding of strategy / operations and the ability to work with business units and CHS customers to help them reach their desired outcomes. Ability to build consensus and secure cooperation from diverse stakeholders. Highly numerate, creative, driven, commercial, team player with global outlook. The candidate must have excellent leadership skills and have exhibited a high level of individual drive and success achieving above defined objectives. Exceptional verbal and written communications skills and the ability to present developing concepts as well as teach and sell at the CEO/Board of Directors level. H.R. CONTACT: Bill Rebholz EMAIL: bill.rebholz@chsinc.com FAX: (651) 355-4651 CHS is an EEO Employer.

Location Manager - Minnesota

Job Title:        Location Manager

Location:        South Central Minnesota

 

Job Description:       

Operations include grain, feed and agronomy marketing. Position will be responsible for supervising 11 employees.

Responsibilities: · Supervise all operational and business aspects of the branch location. · Supervise location employees, including training, coaching and annual performance reviews. · Implement housekeeping, maintenance and identification programs for the facility and assigned vehicles/equipment · Coordinate manpower requirements in cooperation with locations and departments. · Communicate to management the labor and equipment needs, repair and facility improvement requests. · Observe and enforce all company policies. · Communicate with and maintain good relationships with customers, resolving complaints quickly, fairly and within company policies.

 

Company Highlights:           

Full service cooperative with grain handling of 3.4 million bushel, 6,000 ton of dry fertilizer, 625 dry fertilizer, 390 ton of NH3 and 130,000 ton of feed. This location has 25 full time employees.

 

Education/Job Experience:

Candidates must have a full working knowledge in feed, agronomy, energy and grain. Candidates must have leadership skills and excellent communication skills. Organizational skills and employee development and employee communication skills are important. Good financial management skills are required. Preferred candidates will have three to five years of successful agricultural management experience, preferably in location management.

 

Jeri Derrig

Land O'Lakes Business Development Services

jdderrig@landolakes.com

 

Livestock Nutrition Consultant Internship - Wisconsin!

Livestock Nutrition Consultant Internship -Summer 2009

Complete Feed Service, Sharon, WI

Complete Feed Service (CFS) offers an exciting opportunity for current college students and recent college graduates/college seniors to gain experience working in the professional livestock feed industry. We are currently seeking energetic, highly motivated individuals for our internship program to gain valuable knowledge and insight into the feed industry.  

Strong candidates will posses:  

• A strong background in the livestock industry
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft word, power point, and excel
• Individual must be highly motivated, organized, a self starter and team player.  
• Individual majoring in Animal or Dairy science, Ag business, marketing, or communications a bonus

Candidate Responsibilities:  

• Work with nutrition staff to effectively promote company with sales of products and services
• Develop and implement a special project throughout the summer

• Interact with current and potential customers to maximize sales opportunities 
• Work collaboratively with others to solve complex problems customers may have
• Represent company at local functions: fairs, farm shows, business and training seminars
• Learn overview of livestock diet formulation for customers to ensure their livestock reaches optimal performance and quality

Locations: 

Candidate will work out of the Sharon, WI office, which is located within an hour of Milwaukee, Madison, Janesville, and Rockford, IL.  

Reports To: 

General Manager, Nutrition Consultant, Feed Sales Manager

Send Resume & Cover Letter to: Trent Gabler: trentgabler@hotmail.com

Feed / Branch Manager - Wisconsin

Position:  Feed/Branch Manager Location:  Northwest Wisconsin 

Highlights:  Excellent opportunity for self-motivated energetic individual to lead fast paced production/retail feed operation in Northwest Wisconsin.  Candidate should possess feed experience, sound judgment, organizational skills, purchasing, marketing, inventory controls, planning, computer knowledge, strong leadership skills including  hiring, motivating, evaluations and promotions.  This is a great opportunity for an indivdual who enjoys the outdoors.  Competitive salary and benefits program.  Send resumes to:  Gary Tomter    gary.tomter@chsinc.com

Feed Division Manager / Grain Merchandiser - Wisconsin

Position: Feed Division Manager/Grain Merchandiser Location:  Central Wisconsin  Highlights: Career opportunity for a self-motivated leader to manage a multi-location feed and grain division in Central Wisconsin.  The ideal candidate should possess excellent management, communication, problem solving and organizational skills.  The position is responsible for supervision of the Feed and Grain Operations and maintenance, marketing and merchandising, profitability and sales, purchasing, pricing, reporting, inventory control, and risk management.

The Feed Division consists of two feed mills, a grain facility, and a companion animal Country Store.  Total sales of the feed division are $24 million including $4 million of grain.  There are 23 employees in the feed division.  Company wide there are 130 employees and sales volume over $80 million.  Send resumes to:  gary.tomter@chsinc.com