Summary/Objective:
Feed Mercantile, a division of Brookover Companies, is seeing an individual to fill the position of grain and feed merchandiser. The position is full-time and located in Garden City, Kansas.
Essential Functions:
- Build relationships with area producers
- Purchase and originate grain from producers
- Manage truck logistics
- Capitalize on opportunities in the commodity market
- Purchase, contact, and sell various commodities
- Monitor future markets on a regular basis
Competencies:
- Prior experience working in Southwest Kansas is preferable, but not required
- Agriculture background or experience is preferable, but not required
- Experience with a variety of commodities a plus
- Strong communication skills
Work Environment:
This position works in an indoor, office environment.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and reach. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position. Standard days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. However, this position may receive phone calls outside of working hours should an emergency arise.
Required Education and Experience:
- Prior experience working in Southwest Kansas is preferable, but not required
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
Valid driver’s license and good driving record
Negative drug test
Work Authorization:
Proof of citizenship or authorized to work in the United States
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Payment frequency:
Schedule:
Travel requirement:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Garden City, KS 67846 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Garden City, KS 67846: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person