Grain Merchandiser

Great Lakes Grain is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented **Grain Merchandiser** to join our dynamic team Reporting to the General Manager, you will be responsible for executing grain merchandising activities to provide exceptional service to our farmer-owners and end-use customers. You’ll work closely with Grain Originators, Logistics, and Branch teams to manage contracts, monitor market conditions, and contribute to the profitability and growth of the grain division.

**What You’ll Be Responsible For**:

- Delivering outstanding customer service at every interaction.
- Executing grain merchandising, trading, hedging, and logistics activities in alignment with company policies and risk management guidelines.
- Collaborating with the Merchandising, Grain Origination, Logistics, and Grain Administration teams to ensure the efficient execution of purchase and sale obligations.
- Monitoring and managing financial exposure and margin performance within assigned positions.
- Maintaining accurate daily position reports and other grain-related records.
- Assisting in the development and implementation of merchandising programs, including sales and hedging contracts, bid management, and margin tracking.
- Supporting the creation and execution of the commercial grain procurement plan.
- Keeping up to date with market trends, pricing, and competitor activity to ensure competitive bids and customer offerings.
- Helping to establish and communicate daily grain bids and contract terms.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with growers, end users, and internal teams.
- Participating in producer meetings and market update presentations as needed.
- Coordinating with elevator managers to ensure adequate grain inventory, quality, and logistics to meet merchandising goals.
- Ensuring timely and accurate reporting for position, mark-to-market, and exposure.
- Using trading and ERP systems to manage contracts, positions, and customer relationships effectively.
- Completing other duties as assigned.
- Adhering to all company health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.

**What We’re Looking For**:

- Post-secondary diploma/degree in Agriculture, Business, Economics, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3-5 years’ experience in grain merchandising, trading, agriculture, grain marketing, or origination.
- Strong understanding of grain markets, ag supply chains, and risk management/hedging principles.
- Excellent financial, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with ERP/trading systems (an asset).

**Why Join Us?**

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to grow your career with one of Ontario’s most progressive co-operative grain marketing leaders. If you’re passionate about agriculture and thrive in a team-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you

**About Great Lakes Grain**

Great Lakes Grain is a grain marketing partnership between AGRIS Co-operative Ltd., GROWMARK, Inc. (Central Ontario FS, a division of GROWMARK, Inc.), and Embrun Co-op.

We are one of Ontario's largest country elevator operators, with 22 million bushels of storage capacity and total marketing exceeding 55 million bushels. With over 30 co-operatively managed locations from Windsor to Ottawa, we provide competitive marketing options and a full array of grain services to our farmer-owners.

As a co-operative, we’re committed to delivering long-term value and superior service to our members through collaboration, innovation, and integrity.

**How to Apply**

Please forward your resume and cover letter in confidence by **November 20, 2025**, to:
Great Lakes Grain is an equal-opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-11-20