Business Manager, Grain Procurement
Core
Execute grain strategy and manage daily grain procurement operations across designated regions to support Smithfield Hog Production.
Role type
Business Manager, Grain Procurement
Builds
Grain supply chain, elevator operations, and feed mill support
Domain
Agriculture / Livestock Feed / Grain Markets
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
grain procurement strategy, elevator management, supply and demand forecasting, competitor analysis, farmer relationship management, cross-functional collaboration, data analysis, budget monitoring, market interpretation
Preferred skills
leadership and team development, system improvement, critical thinking, problem-solving, economic analysis
Technologies
grain procurement reporting systems, data analysis tools
Responsibilities
Manage grain elevators and oversee elevator managers; plan and organize procurement initiatives; research competitor business plans to develop pricing and market share strategies; oversee grain basis and lead supply/demand forecasting; develop and maintain relationships with local farmers; coordinate with transportation teams on grain shipments; develop procurement reporting (daily, weekly, monthly); monitor supplier obligations; utilize technology to identify business improvement opportunities; monitor and track budgets.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on leadership