At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage grain buying and logistics while building relationships with growers.
- Company: Join a global agrifood business with a strong industry presence.
- Benefits: $100,000 - $130,000 salary, work vehicle, phone, laptop, and career growth.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity to develop your career in grain procurement.
- Why this job: Own your patch in a major cropping region and make an international impact.
- Qualifications: Knowledge of grain markets and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
The Lucas Group is recruiting an experienced Grain Buyer. Our client is a global agrifood business specialising in pulses, grains and specialty crops.
Based in
Horsham , you'll be responsible for the timely, cost-effective and professional execution of grain buying, receival and related logistics activities across the Wimmera/Western VIC region.
Why Is This Role Exciting?
- Own your patch across a major cropping region.
- Work directly with growers, building on relationships and developing new opportunities.
- Join a global business and help move Australian grain into an international supply chain.
- Bring your knowledge, relationships and commerciality to a well-established business, making the role your own.
- Gain exposure to the broader commercial and export side of the business
- A great opportunity to develop your skills in grain buying/accumulation across VIC.
The Lucas Group is recruiting an experienced Grain Buyer. Our client is a global agrifood business specialising in pulses, grains and specialty crops.
Based in
Horsham , you'll be responsible for the timely, cost-effective and professional execution of grain buying, receival and related logistics activities across the Wimmera/Western VIC region.
Why Is This Role Exciting?
- Own your patch across a major cropping region.
- Work directly with growers, building on relationships and developing new opportunities.
- Join a global business and help move Australian grain into an international supply chain.
- Bring your knowledge, relationships and commerciality to a well-established business, making the role your own.
- Gain exposure to the broader commercial and export side of the business
- A great opportunity to develop your skills in grain buying/accumulation across VIC.
- What You’ll Do
- Build and manage long-term relationships with growers and suppliers
- Develop and execute grain procurement strategies
- Monitor markets, crop forecasts, supply and pricing to identify opportunities
- Coordinate supply, logistics, storage and receivals
- Work closely with QA, Operations and Export teams
- Represent the company at grower, industry and regional events
About You
- Knowledge of grain markets, pricing and contracting
- Desire to grow your commodity trading experience
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Commercial awareness and attention to detail
- Enthusiasm for agriculture and working with growers and suppliers
- What's On Offer
- $100,000 - $130,000 + super (based on experience)
- Fully maintained work vehicle, phone and laptop
- Opportunity to join a major global agrifood business
- Established team with strong grower/industry relationships
- Genuine scope to build your commercial career in grain procurement
Applicants must have full rights to work in Australia. Sponsorship is not available for this role.
The Lucas Group
For over 30 years The Lucas Group has been providing agricultural industries in Australia with executive search, recruitment, and human resources consulting services.
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Grain Buyer in Horsham employer: The Lucas Group Pty Ltd
Join a leading agricultural enterprise located west of Moree, where you will have the opportunity to lead a large-scale cropping and irrigation aggregation. With a strong focus on safety, innovation, and continuous improvement, this role offers a supportive work culture, competitive salary package, and a beautiful homestead with excellent amenities. The company is committed to employee growth, providing you with the chance to influence strategic decisions and drive long-term asset value in a dynamic environment.
