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PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage supply base, including sourcing, selecting, and negotiating optimal cost structures, terms, and services Monitor market conditions and supplier performance; proactively address pricing, delivery, and risk-related issues Ensure proper inventory levels and compliance with product specifications and quality standards Execute purchasing activities, including hedging orders, futures balancing, and risk compliance Identify and implement cost savings and cost mitigation opportunities through spend analysis and commodity review Build, develop, and continuously improve a reliable, high-quality supplier base through audits, improvement events, and quality initiatives Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, feed formulators, and plant managers to optimize cost and delivery outcomes Maintain accurate purchasing data, track performance metrics, manage supplier claims, and support reporting on commodities and positionsEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Business, Supply Chain Management, Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field2 or more years of commodity experience Positive attitude and ability to work with sense of urgency in a fast paced, autonomous environment Must be a team player, and understand impact of others on complex business needs Excellent written and verbal communication skills Analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to think and act independently Excellent decision making, people management, and negotiation skills Proficiency with MS Office (Access, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)TRAVEL EXPECTED:10% - As needed Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.