Buying Point Manager

Description

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

Position Summary

Reporting to the VP Farmer Stock Procurement, the Buying Point Manager will be responsible for managing all operational aspects of Doster Peanut, which is one of the largest peanut buying points in the state of Georgia and a critical part of the supply chain for Olam Peanut Shelling. The ideal candidate for this position will have knowledge of and experience in modern agriculture and farming practices, a high level of integrity and ability to maintain and grow critical relationships with customers (growers), and the ability to be physically involved in the business and related tasks on a daily basis.

Position Responsibilities

• Own and manage the relationship with existing customers (growers). Maintain existing business and annual volume base.
• Acquire additional volume and establish long-term relationships with new customers (growers).
• Negotiate farmer stock contracts with growers, within parameters established by ofi Peanut Shelling management.
• Provide customer service to grower base throughout the year, but especially during harvest.
• Organize and coordinate deliveries of farmer stock to buying point for proper handling and storage.
• Monitor FSIS grading process during harvest to ensure accurate grading of farmer stock.
• Focus on preserving the value of the farmer stock purchased, minimizing shrink and maintaining quality.
• Focus on continuous improvement and best practices in farmer stock drying, cleaning, handling, storing, etc.
• Properly manage bailouts to ensure the quality of the farmer stock is maintained and that shrink is minimized.
• Market & sell peanut seed.
• Manage and coordinate the upkeep and maintenance of the facility and associated equipment.
• Provide leadership, coaching, mentoring and guidance to buying point staff, focusing on talent acquisition, retention, development, and overall performance management
• Assist in company crop reporting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma is required. Bachelors degree in Agriculture, Business, or related field preferred.
• Ten (10) years of work experience in an agricultural related business. Experience and/or knowledge in the area of peanut production and peanut growers preferred.
• Ability to work extended hours as needed, particularly during peanut harvest season is required.
• Strong understanding and focus on workplace safety is required.
• Basic mechanical and electrical skillset is preferred.
• Strong communication, decision making and analytical skills are required.
• Ability to lead, direct and motivate employees is required.
• Proficient skills with Microsoft Office products, including but not limited to Word, Outlook and Excel is required.
• This role is performed on site at a facility that regularly processes peanuts. Employees in this position will routinely work in areas where peanuts and related allergens are present and may be exposed by contact or in the air. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the role.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

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