Commodity Risk Management Analyst

Company: Dairy Farmers of America
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: November 21, 2020

Job Description:

At Dairy Farmers of America, you come to work each day knowing that you are making a difference by helping dairy farm families. As a Commodity Risk Management Analyst, your goal will be to help dairy farmers, processors and customers understand and utilize risk management tools to achieve financial stability, as a part of the DFA Risk Management team. By helping them manage their price risk, you're creating opportunities for dairy farmers across the U.S. to achieve their families' goals. You will build meaningful relationships within our team and across DFA, gain experience and knowledge in a rapidly-growing industry, and take on significant responsibilities from day one in a supportive, collaborative environment. As the largest global dairy cooperative, DFA impacts people at every point of the supply chain, from farmers to consumers. The breadth and scope of DFA's operations are significant, and the opportunities for growth and development within DFA are substantial. Job Duties and Responsibilities:- Gain an expertise in milk pricing economics and commodity price hedging practices- Take calls from and make calls to members to understand their needs, educate them about our programs and keep them informed about markets and risk management opportunities. May also support internal plant operators and/or commercial customers.- Keep up to date on market conditions. Using this information, contribute to our website and regular publications to educate members and customers on the markets and our programs- Educate members on other DFA Farm Services- Help plan and attend meetings, trips, and events to work with farmers- Work our risk management desk, which includes:o Taking forward contract and Dairy Revenue Protection insurance orderso Executing orders in futures, options and over-the-counter derivatives markets; or through RMA's dairy crop insurance products- Perform daily processes to maintain our accounts and databases.- Contribute to continual improvement of DFA Risk Management programs and services- Develop an appreciation and understanding of DFA's business, programs and services and philosophy- Continue self-education of commodity risk management markets, tools and programs and regulatory requirements- Show active interest in developing an understanding of Dairy Farmers of America and the dairy industry- Lead and assist team with one-time or ongoing projects- Obtain P&C insurance license within 60 days of start date (specifically needed for Dairy Revenue Protection insurance)- The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required.

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