Job Details
** Associate International Merchandiser**
Date: Feb 21, 2022 Location: Salisbury, MD, US, 21804
Req ID: 53022 Job Function: Trading/Merchandising Perdue AgriBusiness is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into it's second century of growth and innovation. An international agricultural products and services company, we handle agricultural commodities and have a diverse portfolio of products and businesses.
****Summary****
Perdue AgriBusiness is seeking an **Associate Merchandiser** to join our International Team in **Salisbury, MD**. This position will be responsible for assisting in marketing of the grain, oilseeds, protein meal, and vegetable oils into the international market. To assist in the negotiation and purchase and/or sale of grain, oilseeds, protein meal, and vegetable oils into the International marketplace. To provide customer service and support to ensure price competitive and timely delivery of products to International. To coordinate the administrative and logistic programs related to international sales.
****Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities****
* Assist senior merchandisers with the purchase and sale of grain, oilseeds, protein meal, and vegetable oils into the International market.
* Coordinate the administrative requirements necessary to export grain, oilseeds, protein meal, and vegetable oils.
* Coordinate the logistical requirements necessary to export grain, oilseeds, protein meal, and vegetable oils.
* Prepare various reports to include average basis, USDA export sales, C & F, etc.
* Create and maintain vessel and container files.
* Place bookings and communicate shipping instructions to freight forwarder.
* Coordinate with treasury regarding payments received and payments outstanding.
* Work with senior merchandiser to trouble shoot and resolve accounts receivable issues
* Audit and perform contract maintenance regarding open balances, closing balances, rolls, etc.
****Minimum Education****
* High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
* BS Degree - AgriBusiness, Business, or Transportation (preferred)
****Experience Requirements****
* 0 to 5 years of experience
* Knowledge of CBOT
* Knowledge of basis trading, exports and hedging
* Knowledge of standard software applications
* Strong communication, math, analytical and interpersonal skills
* Strong organizational skills
* Understanding of standard software applications
****Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements****
*Normal climate controlled office spaces. Able to operate a motor vehicle and travel to and from customer locations. Able to use standard office equipment to include telephone, computers, copiers etc. Able to move freely about plant and customer facilities. May be exposed to external weather conditions to include rain, snow and extreme temperatures (0 - 100 Degrees Fahrenheit), humidity, (0 - 100%), and noise (50db to 100db). Able to lift up to 50 pounds. Occasional overnight travel may be required.*
*Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.*
**Nearest Major Market:** Salisbury