We are seeking an experienced and proactive Protein Merchant to join our Merchandising team. This role will primarily be responsible for managing our co-products books.
* This includes a focus on animal protein and co-products, procuring and trading proteins, energy and/or co-products for use in our mills and sale to our customers, and direct management of the purchasing, selling, pricing and risk management of protein, energy & co-products books.
* The successful candidate will also be responsible for optimizing commodity and raw material purchases from suppliers, ensuring quality, reliability, and timely sourcing, and continuously improving sourcing strategies across the entire supply chain to unlock value.
* Additionally, this role involves reporting and managing trading risks while adhering to our risk management policies, providing data support for commodity and raw material purchases for our mills and customers, and ensuring all purchase and sales contracts meet agreed standards to support business objectives.
* Other key responsibilities include providing logistical support and direction to the Replenishment team for executing contracts, contributing timely and accurate market intelligence, including trends, prices, and industry activities, to Merchandising and Sales teams, and ensuring commodities are available for sale through Ridley Direct.
Key Requirements:
* A minimum of 5 years of experience in merchandising/trading agricultural commodities is required.
* Tertiary qualifications in agriculture, business, or a related discipline are essential.
* Strong knowledge of Australian and international agricultural commodity markets is necessary.
* Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills, strong analytical and data management abilities, exceptional attention to detail, advanced Microsoft Excel skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite are also required.
Benefits:
* We offer opportunities for professional growth and development, supported by our strong values and strategic focus.
* Our Merchandising team plays a pivotal role in sourcing and managing risks associated with procurement and supply of feed ingredients, ensuring customer satisfaction and our competitive edge in the industry.
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