Assistant Grain Trader

**About us**

CBH is a leader in the Australian grain industry and the country’s largest co-operative. Our work has meaning and is creating an exciting future - we’re delivering WA’s grain to the world. Our advanced logistics network stretches across the State, connecting the growers of WA with our people, and providing opportunities for career growth in different roles and locations.

Ready to make an impact on a global scale with a local company?

We are CBH. We are what you’re looking for.

**The Role**
- Due to an internal promotion, we have another exciting entry level opportunity within our Grain Trading team
- Assist in the development, implementation and execution of profitable trading aligned with our annual strategy. You will provide critical administrative support to ensure all trading activities are executed accurately and on time.
- This position is a full time role, based in the Perth CBD.

**Responsibilities include**:
- Assist in the administration of grain purchase and sale contracts and entry of all contract related data into our commodity trading and risk management systems in a timely and accurate manner- Enter, monitor and amend contract cost and income estimates ensuring alignment with accruals, payments and receivables- Produce and maintain reports and positions and examine and resolve any issues arising from daily trading activities- Act as a liaison between commodity desks and the broader business and build effective networks within and across all teams at CBH- Compile/reconcile data from all trading activities and maintain data entered into electronic monitoring systems for accurate records- Proactively review and monitor risks associated with trading and execution activities

**About You**:
- Tertiary qualification in Agriculture, Economics, Finance or numeric related discipline- Strong desire to start a career in agricultural commodity trading- Exposure to administration or support functions- Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload- High level of communication and interpersonal skills- Creative analytical skills with the ability to manage data- Proficient Microsoft Office skills particularly in Excel
- Completion of some tasks may require irregular hours, outside standard business hours (i.e. contract and other data entry for end of day processes)

**Why work with CBH?**
- Work with meaning and being part of something bigger
- Play a critical role in moving WA’s grain from paddocks to ports, and on to countries all around the world. With an advanced logistics network and grain trading on a global level, we provide growers with first-class representation in the world’s food supply chain.

**We value you**
- CBH is a large, complex and interesting business. We value autonomy and the unique perspective you offer. The difference you make is seen and recognised.

**Your time is important**
- We know you have family and a life outside of work and we know this is important. We provide the flexibility and work-life balance that allows you to be there for the moments that matter.

**CBH offer a range of employee focused benefits aimed to encourage a healthy work life balance, including**:
- 13-weeks paid parental leave that can be taken in a flexible way to suit unique family needs;- Free on-site gym facilities;- Ongoing training and professional development to support your growth and help you achieve your goals;- Corporate Employee discounts including travel, health insurance funds and financial services;- Employee assistance program;- Salary sacrificing scheme.

**We'd love to hear from you