What are the responsibilities and job description for the CORN BUYER position at Azteca Milling L.P.?
SUMMARY: To assist the Corn Procurement Director in obtaining an ample, quality supply of raw corn in order to meet sales and flour production requirements. Directly responsible for food safety in their area by ensuring the equipment and facilities are maintained and that the personnel under their supervision adheres and follows all food safety policies. In addition, to report food safety and quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (not all inclusive):
The duties of this position are those described below. This job description does not state or imply that the duties listed are the only duties responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. These duties directly and substantially serve to achieve the purpose of the position.
- Contact growers prior to planting season.
- Check and audit corn fields during the growing season.
- Travel to corn areas.
- Establish good relationship with corn growers and other Agribusinesses.
- Work with cooperators to assure tests are planted and harvested.
- Sign corn contracts with growers.
- Collect, analyze and interpret Hybrid Testing Program Agronomic and Grain Quality Data.
- Perform activities according to position training matrix.
- Special projects as assigned by the Corn Procurement Manager.
- Regular and timely attendance is a job requirement of all employees
- Misc duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
1. Agriculture-related college degree
2. Knowledge of corn agronomics
3. Three years’ experience in similar work
4. A combination of experience and/or education may be substituted
5. Microsoft Office expertise, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook
6. Valid Driver’s License
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Henderson, KY 42420: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Microsoft Word: 1 year (Required)
- Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: One location