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Description

Essence Recruitment is collaborating with our multinational client  a world leader in Agriculture in their search for a Country Origination Manager for Central Canada.
Responsibilities:
Define and develop the Central Canadian Commodity origination program as it relates to the companys barley facilities and external customer base.
Develop and maintain relationships with new and established customer base.  
Work with producers updating them on market trends, marketing plans, grain quotes and risk management strategies.
Manage price risk through the use of futures, options, and other hedging strategies. Monitor commodity position reports and adheres to company risk guidelines.
Maintain detailed and accurate production history information such as planting dates, seeding rates, significant weather events, harvest dates and off field quality data
Promote and implement sustainable agronomic practices for commodities.  Encourage initiatives aimed at increasing the natural fertility of the soil.  
Research, develop and implement new commodity varieties, including MENA breeding program varieties that are genetically adapted to climactic conditions and their evolution in each growing zone.
Responsible for directing and managing the Grain Quality Technician and the Grain Contract and Logistics Administrator.
Seek new opportunities to capture additional revenue for the Specialty Grain Division of MEC/MENA.
Requirements:
Bachelors Degree in Agronomy or related field
Minimum of five years direct experience in management and merchandising in the grain industry
Personable and approachable with strong customer service and sales experience
Ability to engage with farmers and create and develop strong relationships
Strong leadership and management capabilities
Experience in starting up a business or division would be an asset
Willingness to travel 30% internationally