Grain Procurer-Price Movement/Market Analysis - North West

Are you passionate about the agricultural industry and eager to build a rewarding career in grain trading. This is an excellent opportunity to show your hands-on experience, work along industry experts and grow in a supportive and innovative environment.

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We are looking for someone that has the experience of maize trading on Safex (not a marketing person at agricultural co-op) - Daily analises of price movement in grain market is essential - includes mielies, legumes, sugarbeans, split peas, lentils, ets.

Must be willing to relocate to a small town in North West

A growing maize milling company with an established brand situated in the North West, seeks to appoint an experienced campaigner to fill the above position.

The incumbent will report to the Chief Executive Officer.

The purpose of the job is to ensure that all grain procurement is done to maximize returns while maintaining competitive pricing, managing transactions to follow company risk management strategies, ensuring sustainable supply of grain to the business.

Develop and implement grain procurement strategies and pricing models

Analyse grain market trends, as well as seasonal and geographical market characteristics

Do forecasting

Cost efficient procurement of grain

Networking and negotiating contracts with suppliers

Safex trading

Risk management

Predict and capture opportunities in future markets, while limiting risk exposure.

Liaising and establishing long term relationships with role players in the industry.

B-degree in Agriculture, or related qualification

In-depth knowledge of and at least 8 years’ relevant experience of the maize industry

Strategic thinking

Analytical abilities

Knowledge of supply-demand economics

Ability to negotiate favourable contracts

Ability to respect market directions and handle the pressure of market positions.

Knowledge of Safex trading

Ability to establish sound relationships with role players in the industry

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science (B.Sc) Agric, B. Agric, Commerce (B.Comm) or similar tertiary qualification
• A major subject in Agricultural Economics, Economics or Risk Management is preferred
• Qualification as a SAFEX broker
• If not already SAFEX broker qualified, candidates must commit to completing the SAFEX brokerage exam within a reasonable time frame
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. both English and Afrikaans
• Must have a valid driver’s licence

Market related and depending on experience