Commercial Manager - Lincoln, NE

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Company: ADM

Location: Lincoln, NE 68501

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Job Description

Commercial Manager - Lincoln, NE
ADM Oilseeds Processing
This is a full time, exempt position.

Function: Reporting to the VP, Western Soy & Softseed Crush the position is accountable for developing and implementing strategic and annual business plans for the location. The Commercial Manager will be responsible for procurement of all raw materials and marketing finished products to the highest relative valued markets to achieve optimum financial results. Additionally, will be responsible for managing the location risk management in accordance with corporate policy, developing strategies that align with our corporate objectives and executing these strategies utilizing corporate and staff resources as deemed necessary. The position will represent the company on various industry related initiatives as required.

Key skills & competencies:
  • Business Savvy
  • Achievement Motivation
  • Conceptual Thinking
  • Dealing with Failure
  • Information Seeking
  • Organizational Awareness
  • Impact & Influence
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Self-Confidence
  • Flexibility
  • Innovation
  • Developing Others
Description of work performed:
  • Develops, implements and directs the location business plan, including asset utilization, market development, strategic alignments, logistics and divisional objectives
  • Manages and actively participates in all aspects of marketing primarily within regional domestic markets, with the goal of maximizing Archer Daniels Midland profitability within a dynamic operating environment
  • Interacts with key customer accounts and maintains ongoing and regular communications with customers to enhance relationships and customer service
  • Ensures that the location is effectively utilizing their human resources to maximize our profits through marketing programs and customer/logistical services
  • Maintains ongoing and regular communications with the production manager, merchandising, clerical and production staff to ensure market direction and the growth and maintenance of strong business relationships
  • Directs and manages the implementation of marketing strategies such that we achieve or exceed our divisional targets
  • Identifies and analyzes potential key supplier and end-user market opportunities within domestic markets for raw materials and protein and directs the strategies such that we profitably penetrate these markets
  • Works closely with various internal groups to ensure the most cost effective means for coordinating ADM's operations
  • Develops key communication links within ADM to ensure optimal use of Archer Daniels Midland facilities and market access, an understanding and awareness of market requirements, build relationships and facilitate the effectiveness of integrated NA processing operations
  • Maintains an up to date knowledge of market trends and competitor activities, revising marketing strategies and programs to capitalize on identified opportunities
  • Represents the processing group on various external meetings, committees and associations in developing and influencing the processing industry and promoting ADM interests
  • Manages location human resources in order to ensure excellence and an awareness and dedication to divisional and group goals and objectives. Creates an environment which fosters teamwork and continuous improvement
  • Tracks progress towards the achievement of business plans and objectives, as outlined, and initiates action as required
  • Directs the development and provision of training and support to ADM staff regarding professional development
  • Prepares and submits regular and ad hoc reports to the VP, Western Soy Crush and Softseeds crush regarding achievements, opportunities, and issues.

This position offers a complete benefit package, including 401K/ESOP, pension, health, life and dental insurance.

ADM requires the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and a background check.
REF:76193BR

EEO

ADM is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability and veterans status.

About ADM:

ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. We're a premier global human and animal nutrition company, delivering solutions today with an eye to the future. We're blazing new trails in health and well-being as our scientists develop groundbreaking products to support healthier living. We're a cutting-edge innovator leading the way to a new future of plant-based consumer and industrial solutions to replace petroleum-based products. We're an unmatched agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities. And we're a leader in sustainability, scaling across entire value chains to help decarbonize our industry and safeguard our planet. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional and sustainability challenges of today and tomorrow. Learn more at www.adm.com.

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