Assistant Merchandiser - Encompass Grain & Rail Co-op - Mason City, IL

The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good.

Assistant Merchandiser

Pay Range: $50,000 - $75,000

Purpose and Summary
Under the direction of the Merchandising Manager, this position will be an active member of the merchandising team while also working closely with the grain accounting department and the operations team. They will assist with the buying, selling, hedging, and logistics of grain commodities.

Essential Job Duties
Adhere to Encompass Grain’s risk policy

Regularly monitor commodity balances and trends at all Encompass Grain locations

Develop and maintain strong relationships with farmers and processors

Originate bushels while continually seeking opportunities to expand our origination draw area and market presence

Review market information to enhance knowledge and understanding of grain markets

Assist with the coordination of transportation of grain via truck or rail

Gain a complete understanding of customer status in Agris in order to determine accurate contract balances and applications

Other Responsibilities
Maintain a high level of customer service with a positive and respectful attitude

Assist in bid sheet distribution and website updates

Contribute to grain accounting team processes

Must be able to work extended hours, primarily during the harvest season

Qualifications
Normally requires 2-3 years of industry experience

Must be able to regularly call customers and comfortably build relationships with them

Must have good personal and communication skills, in addition to organization and attention to detail

Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, or stoop

In addition to competitive pay, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees. Benefits may include retirement, health and wellness, paid time off, supplemental or incidental coverage, and more.

Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.  In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.