Grain Risk & Analytics Supervisor - GROWMARK, Inc. - Bloomington, IL

SALARY RANGE: $91,400.00 - $125,675.00

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.

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

The Supervisor, Grain Risk Operations & Analytics leads the technology, data, and operational infrastructure supporting MID-CO’s grain risk and brokerage activities. This role is responsible for optimizing business processes, leveraging technology solutions, and developing actionable data insights that drive operational efficiency, risk management, and superior customer experience.

This position supervises Broker Assistants while serving as the division’s primary resource for business systems, analytics, and process improvement. The role bridges grain merchandising strategy, risk controls, and technology enablement to support profitable growth and disciplined risk management.

SUPERVISION AND LEADERSHIP

Supervises, leads, and develops all Broker Assistants supporting MID-CO.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Lead and continuously improve MID-CO’s order flow, trade processing, reconciliations, and back-office operations to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and strong internal controls.

Supervise and develop Broker Assistants, establishing performance expectations, cross-training, and consistent operational execution.

Oversee daily trading activity including reconciliations, margin exposure, long customer positions, open orders, and key trading deadlines to support disciplined risk management.

Administer and enhance operational technology platforms — including order entry systems, reporting tools, portals, website resources, automated hedging, and market information systems — serving as the primary liaison between business operations, IT, and Compliance.

Develop and maintain operational reporting and analytics, transforming trading and market data into dashboards, KPIs, and actionable insights for leadership and business partners.

Identify, evaluate, and implement process improvements and emerging technologies (e.g., automation, AI, and cloud-based solutions) to improve workflow efficiency, data accessibility, and customer experience.

Serve as the primary technical and operational resource for internal teams and business partners, leading user training, adoption, and change management initiatives.

Coordinate business continuity planning, disaster recovery readiness, and operational response procedures in partnership with Compliance.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Perform operational responsibilities as needed to maintain business continuity during staff absences or high-volume periods.

Support strategic initiatives that align business process improvements with information technology capabilities.

Demonstrate learning agility by quickly adopting new technologies, systems, and industry concepts in a changing business environment.

Encourage innovative thinking and promote effective adoption of tools and processes within the team.

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

Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Finance, Business, Data Analytics, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Minimum three years of experience in agricultural marketing, grain risk management, brokerage operations, or related field.

Demonstrated experience in business process improvement and operational controls.

Experience with data analytics, reporting tools (e.g., Tableau), and business intelligence platforms preferred.

Licensed as an AP with the NFA or able to pass the Series 3 commodities exam within 1 year of assuming position.

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

Proven professional communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills and the ability to establish and maintain working relationships with employees, customers, and other business partners.

Proven ability to handle multiple tasks with frequent interruptions, prioritize work, and deal with deadlines while maintaining high attention to detail and customer focus.

Ability to work hours other than those considered normal.

Demonstrated planning, organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and math skills.

Proven leadership skills and the ability to achieve results through others.

Proven ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment. 

Proven computer skills and the ability to use the computer to enhance business processes.

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

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.