Distribution Specialist - GROWMARK, Inc. - Bloomington, IL

SALARY RANGE: $60,100.00 - $82,662.50

GROWMARK is an agricultural cooperative serving almost 400,000 customers across North America, providing agronomy, energy, facility engineering and construction, and logistics products and services, as well as grain marketing and risk management services. Headquartered in Bloomington, Illinois, GROWMARK owns the FS trademark, which is used by its member cooperatives. GROWMARK also owns and operates SEEDWAY, the largest full-line seed company in the United States. More information is available at growmark.com.

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PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Responsible for full distribution of all seed products to ultimately lead to increased efficiency and profitability for GROWMARK and its customers.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Responsible for communication and planning with customers on their availability to take delivery of available products. Leads communication effort when releasing products for delivery.

Validates and reconciles open orders and deliveries to ensure customers are billed correctly and promptly.

Assist with developing and maintaining strategic inventory position and controls at GROWMARK warehouses

Responsible for timely deliveries of assigned products.

Collaborates with Logistics in administering and maintaining delivery programs.

Responsible for maintaining optimal shipping cost and efficiency.

Assist in monitoring product availability for assigned division products.

Responsible for monitoring and maintaining product inventories in enterprise systems in a manner that facilitates shipping and inventory reporting.

Maintains working knowledge of the enterprise systems. Responsible for monitoring these systems for issues and recommending and implementing improvements

Ensures continued electronic connectivity with vendors and customers. 

Responsible for developing and distributing necessary reports to track shipping progress and other pertinent operational department information.

Leads contact for shipping scheduling and priorities for production plants and inventory locations.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Cross trains with other Seed Operations staff to provide uninterrupted customer support.

Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA, and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Normally requires a college degree in agriculture or business, or the equivalent thereof, and 2 years or more of related work experience to demonstrate knowledge of seed operations.

Demonstrates essential abilities, including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision-making, and skill development.

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

Must have the ability to travel independently and overnight as needed.

Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position. 

At GROWMARK, we are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and parental leave, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement, while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well-being. Whether you're starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. 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.

We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.