Seed Sales and Origination Manager
Ardent Mills, Pullman, WA, United States
About Us
Ardent Mills is dedicated to helping our customers innovate and grow with the industry’s broadest range of traditional and organic flours, alternative grains, customized blends, and specialty bread products. Our ingredients are backed by unrivaled technical support, food safety solutions, and the supply assurance of a coast‑to‑coast network of more than 35 community mills and blending facilities, an artisan commercial bakery, and gluten‑free pulse and ancient grains cleaning, milling and packaging facilities. We are Ardent Mills, working with you for the good of grain. We’re looking for dynamic people to join our team.
About Ardent Mills Emerging Nutrition Ardent Mills Emerging Nutrition is the center of expertise supporting customers as they innovate with and incorporate alternative grains. We provide specialized knowledge in on‑farm programs, alternative grains, both form and function, and internal expertise from field to fork. The Emerging Nutrition group is a dedicated team committed to cultivating the future of alternative grains and plant‑based ingredients.
The Role Under the direction of the Specialty Grain Risk Merchant, the Specialty Grain Originator is a “boots on the ground” person who will cover Emerging Nutrition origination in the Palouse region. This role will build producer relationships while originating alternative grains, pulses, and organic wheat to support the Emerging Nutrition Product Portfolio. The Originator should understand origination strategies, commodity price direction, futures/cash market relationships, wheat class spreads, freight, and customer specifications.
A Successful Candidate Will Have The Following Attributes
Deliver results in first‑time situations, inspire others, and earn trust every day
Serve others with understanding, respect, and care
Origin grain with integrity and price discipline
Engage growers, administration staff, and commercial teams to execute timely grain purchases and contract applications
Execute strategic origination plans tailored to enhance the EN Risk position
Operate with simplicity, clarity, and transparency across Sales, Commercial Teams, RQT, and Operations
Organize, prioritize, and own multiple tasks while meeting or exceeding deadlines
Learn and apply new technology, sharing knowledge with others
Your Responsibilities
Frequent on‑farm visits with growers throughout the Palouse region.
Collaborate with the Specialty Grain Merchant to execute the Emerging Nutrition Alternative Grains origination strategy through market data analysis, customer needs, and market position.
Source specialty grains that align with business needs and growth opportunities to support the Ardent Mills Emerging Nutrition Product Portfolio, maximizing total business margin.
Engage customers and growers to understand their business, develop relationships, and become the supplier/partner of choice through calls, visits, and industry events.
Serve as a subject‑matter expert supporting strategy and growth plans for the business as needed.
Essential Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree (required)
Minimum 5 years of experience in commodity origination, transaction principles, margin management, logistics, and freight planning
Knowledge of agriculture and agronomy production
Experience in a fast‑paced, transactional environment with accountability for direct revenue impact
Proven communication, teamwork, and leadership skills with the ability to deliver results by inspiring, serving others, and earning trust
Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and decision‑making skills with simplicity and transparency
Ability to formulate strategy and execute plans effectively
Team orientation and project management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Adaptability to changing conditions and change‑management leadership
Strong prioritization, time management, and project execution
Entrepreneurial spirit to drive innovation for the Emerging Nutrition Product Portfolio and specialty processing across the business
Nice To Have
Farm origination experience in the Palouse region.
Other Considerations
Ability to travel up to 50%
Remote position with a home base in Montana; periodic presence at Denver HQ as required.
EEO Commitment At Ardent Mills, everyone matters, and everyone has a voice. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and team members. Decisions are based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, age, political affiliation, or any other non‑merit characteristic protected by law.
Location Pullman, WA
Address 1652 Old Wawawai Rd, Pullman WA, 99163
Employment Type Full time
Competitive Compensation Base salary range: $110,000 – $130,000, plus potential performance bonus (10% annual target). Additional earning potential commensurate with experience and contribution.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Health and Dependent Savings Accounts
Life and Disability Programs
Voluntary Benefit Programs
Company‑Sponsored Wellness Programs
Retirement Savings with Company Match
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Employee Recognition Program with Rewards (RAVE)
Application Deadline Apply by the stated deadline in the job posting.
Recruitment Fraud Disclaimer We will never request sensitive information such as bank account details, social security number, or other non‑publicly available information during the application and interview process. If someone asks for such information, please assume they are not affiliated with Ardent Mills. Contact
recruitment@ardentmills.com
for verification.
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About Ardent Mills Emerging Nutrition Ardent Mills Emerging Nutrition is the center of expertise supporting customers as they innovate with and incorporate alternative grains. We provide specialized knowledge in on‑farm programs, alternative grains, both form and function, and internal expertise from field to fork. The Emerging Nutrition group is a dedicated team committed to cultivating the future of alternative grains and plant‑based ingredients.
The Role Under the direction of the Specialty Grain Risk Merchant, the Specialty Grain Originator is a “boots on the ground” person who will cover Emerging Nutrition origination in the Palouse region. This role will build producer relationships while originating alternative grains, pulses, and organic wheat to support the Emerging Nutrition Product Portfolio. The Originator should understand origination strategies, commodity price direction, futures/cash market relationships, wheat class spreads, freight, and customer specifications.
A Successful Candidate Will Have The Following Attributes
Deliver results in first‑time situations, inspire others, and earn trust every day
Serve others with understanding, respect, and care
Origin grain with integrity and price discipline
Engage growers, administration staff, and commercial teams to execute timely grain purchases and contract applications
Execute strategic origination plans tailored to enhance the EN Risk position
Operate with simplicity, clarity, and transparency across Sales, Commercial Teams, RQT, and Operations
Organize, prioritize, and own multiple tasks while meeting or exceeding deadlines
Learn and apply new technology, sharing knowledge with others
Your Responsibilities
Frequent on‑farm visits with growers throughout the Palouse region.
Collaborate with the Specialty Grain Merchant to execute the Emerging Nutrition Alternative Grains origination strategy through market data analysis, customer needs, and market position.
Source specialty grains that align with business needs and growth opportunities to support the Ardent Mills Emerging Nutrition Product Portfolio, maximizing total business margin.
Engage customers and growers to understand their business, develop relationships, and become the supplier/partner of choice through calls, visits, and industry events.
Serve as a subject‑matter expert supporting strategy and growth plans for the business as needed.
Essential Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree (required)
Minimum 5 years of experience in commodity origination, transaction principles, margin management, logistics, and freight planning
Knowledge of agriculture and agronomy production
Experience in a fast‑paced, transactional environment with accountability for direct revenue impact
Proven communication, teamwork, and leadership skills with the ability to deliver results by inspiring, serving others, and earning trust
Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and decision‑making skills with simplicity and transparency
Ability to formulate strategy and execute plans effectively
Team orientation and project management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Adaptability to changing conditions and change‑management leadership
Strong prioritization, time management, and project execution
Entrepreneurial spirit to drive innovation for the Emerging Nutrition Product Portfolio and specialty processing across the business
Nice To Have
Farm origination experience in the Palouse region.
Other Considerations
Ability to travel up to 50%
Remote position with a home base in Montana; periodic presence at Denver HQ as required.
EEO Commitment At Ardent Mills, everyone matters, and everyone has a voice. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and team members. Decisions are based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, age, political affiliation, or any other non‑merit characteristic protected by law.
Location Pullman, WA
Address 1652 Old Wawawai Rd, Pullman WA, 99163
Employment Type Full time
Competitive Compensation Base salary range: $110,000 – $130,000, plus potential performance bonus (10% annual target). Additional earning potential commensurate with experience and contribution.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Health and Dependent Savings Accounts
Life and Disability Programs
Voluntary Benefit Programs
Company‑Sponsored Wellness Programs
Retirement Savings with Company Match
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Employee Recognition Program with Rewards (RAVE)
Application Deadline Apply by the stated deadline in the job posting.
Recruitment Fraud Disclaimer We will never request sensitive information such as bank account details, social security number, or other non‑publicly available information during the application and interview process. If someone asks for such information, please assume they are not affiliated with Ardent Mills. Contact
recruitment@ardentmills.com
for verification.
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