Commodities Manager-By-Products

Position at JBS USA
Commodit
ies
Manager-By-Products
Purpose and Scope/General Summary
:
We
are looking for a
Commodit
ies
Manager
to join
our
By-Products
team!
Th
is person
is responsible for the sales, trading,
and management of assigned commodities with the primary aim
to achieve
budget.
This includes the development, implementation,
and management of trading strategies within approved policies for the profitable operation of the
business
unit.
This role will be based
fully onsite
at our
Corporate
office in Greeley, CO.

Responsibilities:

Drive sales to achieve budgetary and company targets as set, including profit targets, cash flow return on assets, and working capital requirements
Develop, in conjunction with the commercial managers, sales, trading, and operational strategies that are realistic and profitable
Identify growth opportunities though the leverage of existing assets and the identification of new opportunities in conjunction with business development and projects
Overall development of the sales process, including the customer base and servicing of existing customers
Maintain effective relationships with internal counterparts, customers, and third-party suppliers
Manage designated key customers/destinations as a complete package to ensure that the Company's trading activities exceed the expectations of new and existing buyers and suppliers
Work with shipping, logistics, rail, finance, and other functions that impact on key accounts and relevant commodities
Liaise with the Commercial Manager concerning process issues in the Trading and Administration areas
Promote the activities of trading of commodities on a daily basis
Ensure the appropriate protection of the Company's financial interests by conscious and active risk management
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree preferred in Agricultural Business, Animal Science, Business Administration, Economics, or related field
5-10 years’ relevant industry experience
Previous physical commodity trading experience highly desired
Demonstrated success leading a team in a commercial environment
Sales and marketing experience
Strong knowledge of International Shipping and Logistics processes
Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task
Problem solving skills
Strong knowledge of agricultural supply systems and exporting/importing/logistics for perishable commodities
Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook
Can perform the functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation
As a salaried position with the company, you may be required to travel at some point to other facilities, to attend Company events, or as a representative of the Company in other situations. Unless otherwise specified in this posting, the amount of travel may vary and the most qualified candidate must be willing and able to travel as business needs dictate.
The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following
compensation and benefits
:

Benefits

: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
Paid
Time Off
: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;
401(k)
:
company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
Base salary
range of
$
115,000-$135,000
;
and
Incentive Pay:
This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program;
The posted salary range represents the Company’s good faith estimate of the compensation that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, qualifications, tenure, internal equity, market data, and may vary accordingly.
This position does not have an application deadline. We will continue to recruit until the position has been filled.
The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct
d
rug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

About us:

JBS USA is a leading global food company providing diversified, high-quality products to customers in approximately 100 countries on six continents. Our team members and facilities in the United States allow us to offer a diverse portfolio of fresh, value added and branded beef, pork, chicken and prepared foods products. JBS USA is also the majority shareholder of Pilgrim’s, the largest poultry company in the world. JBS USA employs more than 72,000 team members in 31 United States and Canada. Our corporate office
is located in
beautiful Greeley, Colorado, where our 1,200 team members onsite enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine a year.
Our mission:
To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for
all of
our team members.
Our core values
are:
Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity
EOE
, including d
isability
/vets
Unsolicited Assistance:
JBS and its companies do not accept unsolicited assistance from any recruitment vendors for any of our open jobs. All resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee at JBS and its companies or via the applicant tracking system, in any form without a valid written request and search agreement previously approved by HR, will be solely owned by JBS and its companies. No fees will be paid should the candidate be hired by JBS and its companies because of an unsolicited referral.