Grain Buyer
Canada, Saskatchewan, Lloydminster
Experience: 0-2 Years
Education Level: Academic Bachelor
Conventional Energy
Introduction
The Grain Buyer is responsible for executing grain procurement and coordination activities in support of ethanol production. The role ensures a consistent and cost-effective feedstock supply through pricing analysis, regulatory compliance, and alignment with production planning and operational requirements.
What are you going to do
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Execute grain purchasing activities including pricing, contracting, and supply coordination.
- Maintain grain and DDGS pricing data aligned with marketing and finance inputs.
- Coordinate feedstock supply plans with production planning and operations teams.
- Support procurement strategy development and long-range planning initiatives.
- Complete and submit required regulatory reporting and renewals (e.g., Clean Fuel Regulations, Canadian Grains Commission).
- Act as the primary site contact for grain vendors and internal stakeholders.
- Support daily grain marketing and procurement activities.
- Align feedstock availability with production targets in collaboration with operations.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Ensure sufficient and timely grain supply to meet production requirements.
- Maintain accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of pricing calculations and reporting.
- Align procurement activities with operational and financial objectives.
- Adhere to company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- Degree or diploma in Business, Economics, Agriculture, or a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in scheduling, logistics, supply chain coordination, or procurement.
- Valid Class 5 Driver's License.
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
Preferred
- Knowledge of grain marketing, commodity markets, agricultural operations, or ethanol production.
- Experience with pricing analysis and market-based purchasing.
- Familiarity with regulatory reporting within the agriculture, biofuels, or energy sectors.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
- Effective stakeholder coordination and relationship management abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a time-sensitive environment.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Clear and professional communication skills.
- Adaptability to changing operational requirements.
SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE
- This position is designated as safety-sensitive and may be subject to pre-employment and ongoing fitness-for-duty requirements, including drug and alcohol testing where applicable.
- Compliance with all site safety procedures, company policies, and regulatory requirements is mandatory.
- Adherence to established safe work practices and operational compliance standards is required.
Essential skills and knowledge
Experience in procurement, supply chain, logistics, or agricultural operations, with the ability to coordinate the purchasing and delivery of commodities in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical skills with experience working with pricing data, reporting, and market information. Comfortable building relationships with suppliers, coordinating with operations teams, and ensuring materials are available to meet production requirements. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.