Position: Account Manager
Location: Vanscoy SK or North Battleford, SK
Position Type: Commercial
Compensation: Salary Full-Time, Exempt
Pre-employment Requirement Successful completion of pre-employment reference check
About the Position
Reporting to the Commercial Manager, this is an intermediate level position which is part of the commercial/origination team. This position will be accountable for the procurement of raw materials, including Pulses, Special Crops and Oilseeds to achieve optimum financial results. Account Managers at ADM are a vital component in our supply chain. Individuals in these dynamic roles have responsibility for the procurement of grain and oilseeds, to achieve optimum financial results. Account Managers are asked to develop an understanding of local area markets, calculate business margins and their effect on commodity pricing, and manage local bids and offers among many other topics. Additionally, in their roles Account Managers, are responsible for building producer relationships, and coordinating transportation and logistics from the farm gate to ADM assets. As an intermediate member of the team, this position requires a higher level of strategic thinking, market knowledge and employee development than an entry-level position.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Builds and fosters relationships for domestic procurement of pulses, grains and oilseeds tributary to the ADM network.
- Manages commodity risk and oversees transportation logistics from origin to destination markets to maximize revenue.
- Maintains an up to date knowledge of market trends and competitor activities, revising marketing strategies and programs to capitalize on opportunities.
- As part of a team, creates and manages the implementation of marketing strategies to originate grain for our North American and international processing and trading networks.
- Aids in analyzing potential key supplier opportunities within domestic channels.
- Develops key communication links within the company to ensure optimal use of ADM market access.
- Assists in streamlining logistics to maximize efficiency of our Canadian team.
- Promote ADM as a strong partner and employer in the local community
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Adaptable, flexible and capable of making sound decisions
- Able to overcome adversity and deal with stressful situations
- Capable of functioning within a team environment
- Able to demonstrate honest and compliant qualities
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Additional Information
- Work in accordance with local/provincial legislation
- Understands and is accountable for full compliance with safety and other EHS requirements
- All candidates must have authorization and the ability to maintain authorization to legally work in Canada.
- All candidates must hold a valid driver’s license
What We Do at This Location:
- Primary Office Location: Vanscoy, SK or North Battleford SK.
- This position will sit in Vanscoy or North Battleford, SK – Flex work is allowable at times as per company policy.
- Regional Description: Ag Services & Oilseeds – Grain/Pulse Origination
- The region contains Oilseed processing, Pulses processing, Fertilizer depots, Rail terminals, and Truck elevators.
- Typical hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (non-harvest season). Additional hours & some weekends are expected during peak harvest season
- Exhibit personal time management each day making outbound calls on customer list.
- Colleagues in the location are a mix of operations, commercial trading, logistics and origination/settlements. The team managed the commodity supply chains from the producer to customers around the globe.
Benefits and Perks
Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package to support all aspects of your well-being, including:
- Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision, life and AD&D, critical illness and travel insurance Wellness reimbursement , and Child Physical Activity Reimbursement.
- Financial wellness – Money Purchase Pension Plan (MPP), Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), short and long term disability, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
- Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
Additional benefits include:
- Paid vacation time.
- Education assistance.
- Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language learning and mentoring programs.
#IncludingYou
Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.
We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law
About ADM
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.
