City : Amarillo
State : Texas (US-TX)
Country : United States (US)
Requisition Number: 47755
A Day in the Life The Area Manager will lead the commercial and operational activities at a grain elevator. Leading and executing all elevator activities in support of the operational and commercial business plan while focusing on safety, productivity, communication, and profitability.
What You'll Be Doing- Manage and direct all functions of operations, training and safety to ensure employees are engaged and adhere to safe work practices
- Originate grain in accordance with flexible marketing and origination, foster and grow customer relationships along the value chain, manage facility logistics (truck, rail, barge) and oversee all operational expenses to ensure the budget and business plans are achieved
- Manage grain inventories, grading processes, monitor grain quality and capture blending opportunities
- Oversee facility housekeeping, regulatory compliance, best practice programs to ensure adherence to the Company's safety and operational standards.
- Responsible for completing accounting and business control activities including but not limited to: inputting contracts, contract/ticket applications, customer reports, daily activity reports, and month-end accounting
- Manage customer service issues and relations
Skills / Experience Requirements:- Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Business or relevant discipline
- 5+ years applicable experience
- Proficient with basic computer skills, including Email, Excel, Microsoft Word, and other technical software packages
- Proficient understanding of company software and operation systems.
- Proven skills related to leading and managing staff members
- Excellent communication (verbal/written) skills with ability to effectively communicate internally and externally
- Expert in the areas of safety, productivity and teamwork
- Expert knowledge of hedging on the Chicago Board of Trade, grain contracting, and NGFA rules preferred
- Knowledge in agriculture is required
- SAP/GTM experience required
- P&L experience required
Bunge offers a variety of benefits including health and wellness plans, retirement contribution and paid vacation/holidays. 
