Ridley has been an integral part of Australian agriculture for over 30 years. With over 15 feed mills spread across Australia, their purpose is to lead animal nutrition by solving the production challenges of today and into tomorrow.
Ridley believe three things:
- Meaningful change happens through meaningful partnerships
- Feed needs to be viewed as part of an end-to-end Ecosystem
- Animal Nutrition is the key to more sustainable and profitable farming
Working with an experienced team that has well-resourced assets within the Australian market, this is an excellent time to make a career defining change. We are looking to speak with candidates who have a passion for working in the Australian commodities markets, including oilseeds, grain, protein meals and co-products. In this role, you will focus on maintaining and optimising the businesses position across a number of raw materials.
In return for your skills and commitment, Ridley offers a supportive team environment, great culture and excellent benefits including:
- Training and development opportunities, including study assistance
- Competitive salary packages and employment conditions
- Salary continuance insurance
- Employee Share Scheme
- Hybrid work environment
- Corporate health plan with BUPA Health Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
You will be responsible for analysing and understanding domestic and global market trends to ensure the business's wider strategy is qualified, with the ultimate goal to optimise raw material procurement and identify potential areas to maximise margin and profit for the business.
You will be responsible for purchasing raw material and various commodities with a focus on quality and reliability of suppliers, and effectively manage any risk elements to position the business to achieve its commercial objectives. You will also work across internal areas of focus, including supply chain, market changes in nutrient solutions and logistic providers to ensure the business continues to be at the forefront of the industry.
To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate:
- A relevant tertiary qualification within an agribusiness or economics discipline.
- Experience in a role that has given you exposure to the Australian agricultural commodity market, be that in trading, logistics or a supply chain capacity.
- Strong negotiation skills
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, along with the ability to engage with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
- A sound knowledge of the Australian commodity markets, preferably with an understanding of international commodity markets and raw materials, as well as a passion for the industry.
- Positive attitude, loads of energy and a passion for excellence
To find out more, please contact Wendy Terry on 0419 963 163 or wterry@sharpandcarter.com.au
Please Note: Applications made directly to Ridley will be forwarded onto Sharp & Carter for review and follow up.
