Commodity Sales Position - Ponoka, Canada - Benchmark Commodities Ltd.

Description

Who We Are:

Benchmark Commodities Ltd. is a Canadian company that buys and sells grains and By-products for agricultural producers in the Western provinces.

Our "one stop shop" approach allows us to purchase, sell, transport, and deliver commodities to customers across provincial borders, including Eastern Canada, Saskatchewan, Alberta, and British Columbia.

In addition to transporting commodities via railway, Benchmark Commodities Ltd. has a trucking fleet and utilizes outside carriers.


What We Are Looking For:

The person must be a self starter who is diligent, responsible, and conscientious person who takes pride in their work.

Hardworking, reliable, committed, efficient, extremely organized and pro-active.


Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain relationships with customers, suppliers, negotiating prices and contracts to ensure the best value for the company and customer.

Understanding what are market trends and industry developments to identify opportunities and potential risks.

Monitoring customer and company inventory levels and ensure timely delivery of shipments

Ensure compliance with company guidelines and policies related to purchasing and supply of commodities.

Provide guidance and support to other team members as needed


Requirements:

Any secondary education and experience in agriculture or a related field.

Strong Analytical, Sales and Negotiation skills

Basic Knowledge of various grain and by-products along with markets trends and pricing

Ability to maintain relationships with customer, suppliers and farms.

Excellent proficiency in computer software for tracking and reporting

Commitment to attention to detail in all work.


Required Skills:

• Speaking
• Critical Thinking
• Active Listening
• Sales Background
• Strong written and computer skill set

- interpersonal, easygoing, and communication skills


Knowledge Areas

• Mathematics
• Customer Service
• Transportation of commodities

Pay:
$65,000.00-$80,000.00 per year


Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Onsite parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ponoka, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Sales: 2 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location:
In person