DIRECTOR, AGRI-BULK CARGO DEVELOPMENT

Grasslands Recruitment Specialists has been engaged to recruit a Director, Agri-Bulk Cargo Development who will lead business development efforts within the agricultural export sector, building strategic relationships with key industry stakeholders and identifying opportunities to drive growth. This highly autonomous role focuses on expanding market presence, developing long-term commercial partnerships, and creating a sustainable pipeline of business within a relationship-driven industry.

Are you well connected within the grain export industry, with established relationships across grain companies, terminals, receivers, and other key stakeholders throughout the West Coast?

Have you successfully developed business opportunities and converted industry relationships into measurable commercial results?

If so, please read on!

WHY CONSIDER THIS ROLE?

Take ownership of building and growing an agri-bulk business segment with significant influence on commercial strategy and long-term market development.

Leverage your industry relationships and expertise to create new opportunities within the agricultural export sector while working directly with senior decision-makers throughout the supply chain.

Enjoy the flexibility and autonomy of a home-office-based role with the freedom to manage your schedule while focusing on relationship development and business growth.

Earn a competitive compensation package that rewards commercial success, including a base salary, commission structure, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and a health spending account.

Work closely with experienced professionals across operations, finance, marketing, and port office teams while maintaining a high degree of independence in your day-to-day activities.

Develop relationships throughout key West Coast grain export markets in Canada and the United States while helping facilitate the movement of agricultural commodities to global destinations.

Join an organization that offers substantial earning potential as nomination activity, customer relationships, and business volume continue to grow.

If this sounds like the right agricultural opportunity for you, apply today!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF THE DIRECTOR, AGRI-BULK CARGO DEVELOPMENT

The Director, Agri-Bulk Cargo Development is responsible for building and strengthening relationships across the agricultural export supply chain, including grain exporters, terminals, receivers, and program stakeholders. The role focuses on identifying and securing agri-bulk shipping opportunities, providing market intelligence, and supporting commercial decisions that drive business growth. Success in this position comes from developing long-term customer relationships, generating consistent nomination activity, and navigating changing market conditions within the West Coast export sector.

AM I A GOOD FIT FOR THIS UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY?

• Have a minimum of seven years of experience in grain export programs, terminal operations, agri-bulk shipping, traffic management, or related export logistics environments.
• Possess a strong understanding of grain movements, export programs, nomination processes, vessel scheduling, terminal operations, and FOB/CFR nomination pathways.
• Have experience providing market intelligence and commercial insights to support business decisions and growth strategies.
• Are comfortable managing commercial priorities, evaluating risks and opportunities, and adapting to changing market conditions.
• Work independently, take ownership of results, and thrive in a highly autonomous role.
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, accountability, sound business judgment, and a resilient approach to achieving objectives.
• Are comfortable engaging senior decision-makers and collaborating with stakeholders throughout the agricultural export supply chain.
• Have post-secondary education in agriculture, business, logistics, transportation, supply chain management, or a related field (considered an asset).

READY TO MOVE FORWARD?

We understand your time is valuable, so we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this role, please click on ‘APPLY’ and follow the application process or email your resume to randy@grasslandsgroup.com

Questions be can be addressed in confidence to Randy Ritchie at (306) 700-5151.

Individuals who hold Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Canadian Residency need only apply. While we welcome and appreciate your interest in this opportunity, only candidates closely aligned with the ideal profile will be contacted. As per Grasslands Group of Companies’ Privacy Policy, your personal information will be kept in complete confidence. This is a legitimate vacancy for which our client has signed a formal recruitment agreement. Grasslands Recruitment Specialists does not use AI in our hiring or decision-making processes.

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