SALARY RANGE: $91,400.00 - $125,675.00

 

GROWMARK is an agricultural cooperative serving almost 400,000 customers across North America, providing agronomy, energy, facility engineering and construction, and logistics products and services, as well as grain marketing and risk management services. Headquartered in Bloomington, Illinois, GROWMARK owns the FS trademark, which is used by its member cooperatives. GROWMARK also owns and operates SEEDWAY, the largest full-line seed company in the United States. More information is available at growmark.com.

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PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Responsible for leading and managing refined fuels and propane supply support functions, refined and propane vendor relations, and negation for new and continued supply streams while collaborating with all energy teams to provide customer sales/support, customer supply planning, vendor invoice management, and vendor contract agreements and negotiations for Energy customers in a manner that ultimately leads to superior customer experience, sales growth, and profitability for the Energy Division.

 

SUPERVISION AND LEADERSHIP

Supervises, leads, and develops the Supply and Product Procurement Analyst.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Oversees and manages existing vendor/supplier/industry relationships and contracts while developing new vendor/supplier/industry contacts to achieve adequate system supply needs, alternative least-cost sourcing, and desired quality products.

 

Collaborate with all essential staff members of the Energy and Logistics teams on refined and propane supply, marketing programs, or pricing strategies for customers.

 

Assist with communicating and implementing processes and procedures to aid in collecting and distributing information, product availabilities, customer allocations, seasonal product changes, etc. to appropriate Energy and Logistics personnel.

Oversees and manages the resolution of refined and propane fuels accounting, legal, and tax issues with appropriate parties, as well as the analysis of cost changes and vendor invoice discrepancies (VIM) and subsequent resolution with Energy Accounting and or Customer Care.

 

Communicate with all functional areas of the Energy Division when member/customer issues arise. Assist in developing resolutions and supply strategies for each member/customer ensuring that all purchase of Refined fuel and Propane are purchased within GROWMARK.

 

Collaborates with all Energy teams on the execution and communication of pricing policies, price changes, allocations, and supply availability to customers, Energy, and Logistics staff, ultimately leading to superior customer service, sales growth, and profitability for the Energy Division.

 

Collaborate with all essential staff members of the Energy and Logistics teams on supply, marketing programs or pricing strategies, refined fuel and propane business.

 

Supports in identifying areas of market growth based on unbranded & branded demand with in-depth analysis and market discovery-level feedback to promote and execute on profitable expansion and programs.

 

Maintain an understanding of the energy industry fundamentals, system/terminal supply fundamentals, and marketplace developments, and regularly communicate these developments to key members of GROWMARK Operations, Marketing, and Logistics teams.

 

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Prepares special reports as requested, as well as other assigned duties.

 

Required to handle multiple job functions by backing up key members of the Product & Pricing team during times of absence to ensure constant business continuity.

 

Requires on-call after-hours and weekend monitoring of supply, outages, pricing, and logistical loading issues on a revolving basis to ensure just in time inventory and superior customer satisfaction.

 

Maintains a thorough working knowledge of SAP, Gravitate, and Business Objects reporting, as well as all other Energy related programs (DTN Data connect, DTN Fuel Buyer, DTN tabs, DTN marketer, myGROWMARK, vendor portals, etc.). 

 

Ability to work hours beyond those considered normal.

 

Ability to maintain complete confidentiality.

 

Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.

 

Responsible for encouraging, supporting, and promoting innovative practices, ideas, and technologies within the team.

 

REQUIREMENTS

Normally requires a college degree in a business-related field or equivalent, plus at least 6 years of related experience and demonstrated knowledge of the refined and renewable fuels industry.

 

Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making, skill development and maintain complete confidentiality.

 

Understanding and experiences with energy-related areas including the technical aspects of different fuels, contracting programs, cash and futures trading activities, options markets, basis relationships, petroleum refining, renewable fuels production, pipeline/terminal operations and distribution, supply and position management.

 

Demonstrated knowledge of planning, organization, problem-solving competitive adeptness, costing and pricing strategies, program execution, budgeting and communications.

 

Proven team building skills and the ability to work independently as well as a team-oriented environment.

 

Proven computer skills including Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Power Point), DTN applications or equivalent, pricing software applications, and the ability to learn SAP ECC and Business Objects.

 

Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and have the ability to travel independently and overnight when necessary. Also, be able to work hours beyond those considered normal as needed.

Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position. 

At GROWMARK, we are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and parental leave, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement, while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well-being. Whether you're starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.  In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans. Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.