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Description

KIT Recruitment is excited to announce a new opportunity for a Grain Buyer at this large Import/Export Company that buys and markets soybeans, dry beans, and inedible beans. The position is located near North Battleford, Saskatchewan.

Grain Buyer Responsibilities:
Grow business and build relationships with farmers; develop new partnerships.
Negotiate and purchase grains (lentils, peas, chickpeas) to increase market share.
Maintain customer relationships with farmers, brokers, and processors.
Keep daily records of grain types, prices, purchases, and storage.
Purchase appropriate grain grades for domestic and export contracts.
Ensure timely delivery of products.
Provide daily reports on offers and bids.
Send weekly crop progress and market trend reports.

Employment Qualifications:
Education: Degree in Ag-Business or similar training preferred.
Experience: Minimum 2 years in the grain industry with strong contacts.
Proven ability to build relationships with farmers and grain elevators.
Proficient in grain purchasing and contract management.
Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, Access).
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
Willingness to travel Canada, Western provinces mostly, and abroad to visit farming operations and grain elevators (less than 10% of time)