Commodity Trader Development Program - Winnipeg, Canada - Paterson GlobalFoods

Paterson GlobalFoods

Verified Company

Winnipeg, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Responsibilities

Spend time at a grain terminal assisting with facility operations including, truck unloading, rail car shipping and grain cleaning;
Understand Quality Control factors and how they relate to binning and shipping procedures;
Work closely with Marketing Manager in commodity contracting, customer relations and understanding competitive programs in the area;
Support the Logistics Coordinator in organizing farm deliveries with required shipments;
Assist administration with customer service and processing of grain purchases, contracts and general reports required;
Understand the ISO 22000 food safety program as it relates to customers and operations;
Learn and understand safety requirement for operational procedures;
Analyze market conditions and other economic factors in order to maintain and grow our position in the market place;
Negotiate and agree on terms of commodity purchase/sale contracts, such as price, quality, quantity, transportation, timing and payment;
Coordinate transportation and logistics to execute commodity contracts;
Provide timely and effective communication and interaction with other teams such as sales, transportation and logistics, quality assurance, plant personnel, engineers, and accountants.

Qualifications

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree from the Faculty of Agriculture at U of M;
Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills;
Demonstrated oral, written communication skills; strong persuasion and negotiation skills;
Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment;
Motivated and driven to succeed;
Adaptable, flexible and able to work in a fastpaced environment.

Paterson GlobalFoods Inc. is a family-owned corporation with holdings in Western Canada.

Established in 1908, the company has a long history in Canada and currently operates several subsidiaries and divisions within the grain, food and transportation industries.

PGF strives to exceed our customer's expectations through a commitment to quality, innovation and personalized service.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.