Grain Buyer

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.