Job Details
Position Location(s) **ABOUT POET**
At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty years our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and leader in biobased products in the world. Beyond our world-class culture, POET team members enjoy competitive pay and benefits including;
* Health, dental, & vision insurance
* A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person mentally, physically, and spiritually. We support health freedoms and personal choices.
* 401K with company match
* Premium pay for qualifying positions
* Quarterly profit sharing
* Paid time off and paid holidays
* Tuition reimbursement
* Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements
* Safety and cold weather gear, and more!
**ABOUT POET BIOPRODUCTS**
Our 33 biorefining facilities produce 3 billion gallons of bioethanol, 14 billion pounds of Dakota Gold distillers grain animal feed and nearly 1 billion pounds of our Voila corn oil. Thats a lot of product! We also provide plant-based products like CO2 for the food and beverage industry and purified alcohol for use in products ranging from food and beverage ingredients and personal care products to cleaning supplies, hand sanitizer and industrial bioethanol. POET also produces JIVE, a product that contributes to more sustainable roadways by using plant-based ingredients to help recycle old asphalt. It is our role at POET Bioproducts to market many of these high-quality products and provide the lowest cost logistics solutions for our customers.
**JOB SUMMARY**
**A TYPICAL DAY**
* Communicate with customers to gain an understanding of their needs and expectations.
* Research various market factors to determine sales and pricing strategy.
* Understand activities at the bioprocessing facilities to manage inventory and quality.
* Write sales contracts.
* Develop new markets and find new customers.
* Promote and represent the value of Dakota Gold products.
* Maintain a high level of customer service.
* Study the latest data on the value of Dakota Gold in a feed ration.
* Travel to visit our customers and partner locations.
* Since we are all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skill may be put to many other uses!
* You know how to build long-lasting relationships. People naturally like you and trust you. You love the challenge of meeting new people.
* You enjoy solving problems. You dont get flustered when things dont go according to plan. You love taking on challenges and finding creative solutions.
* You like helping people. Youre patient and level-headed. You really enjoy exceeding someone elses expectations.
* You possess grit. Youre fearless. You enjoy competition. You finish what you start, no matter what. You persevere regardless of the obstacles.
* You communicate effectively. You write well. You speak articulately. Youre comfortable communicating in writing and on the phone.
* You pay attention to the details. For you, anything worth doing is worth doing right, every time.
* Youre a learner. Youre not afraid of taking on new things and stretching yourself. Youre not afraid to ask questions as youre always looking to improve.
* You have a Bachelors degree or similar real-world logistics experience.
* You know the basics of Microsoft Office Suite. Youre capable of learning new programs.
**THIS JOB MAY BE FOR YOU IF**
**GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES**
At POET we believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team members position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.
**WORK ENVIRONMENT**
* Culture is king at POET. Were all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These arent just slogans on our walls. Its our code.
* We have an open work environment. No offices. Were all in this together and we work close together.
* We work hard. We play hard. We have frequent team events. Bowling, karaoke, golf, obstacle course, trap shooting, and yes, lots of pot lucks!
* Not a lot of physical labor as most of your time will be in the office at your desk where you can sit or stand.