Manager, Risk Management Services About the roleGowans appreciate that running a successful farming business isn’t just about production; it’s also about protecting operating margins and capitalizing on opportunities that increase the viability of our client’s operation in an increasingly competitive marketplace. Gowans’ combined team expertise allows us to perform a detailed business analysis to identify both production and financial constraints to greater profitability. This includes an in-depth look at production levels and costs, sales opportunities, and sources of capital. We run margin models & projections to provide buying/selling recommendations according to our client’s financial goals. We also benchmark operation’s current output and profitability levels against similar enterprises and help to implement measures to make farm business more competitive.The Team:We are a diverse team with people working within different fields, such as animal nutrition, business development, market analysis, feed ingredient procurement & risk management.Responsibilities:We are looking for a person with passion for risk management, market analysis and research. The analyst will perform a wide variety of tasks, such as:Feed ingredient procurement across CanadaProvide buying & selling recommendations/strategiesEngage with customers and develop new customersPrepare presentations and market reports to talk about market trendsData collection, analysis and development of customized margin models to help our clients to make decisionsMarket projections and hedging analysisWhat we are looking for: Experience in agribusiness, risk management, trade and pricing strategiesExperience on futures & options and hedging strategiesExperience on grains/proteins/hog marketsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong customer mindsetStrong Excel skillsAnalytical thinkingRelationship buildingQualificationsGraduate Degree in Agribusiness or EconomicsMinimum 2 years work experience in risk management and/or commodity procurementProficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)Understanding of Canadian Hog, Cattle & Grain MarketsFluent in EnglishLocation Gowans and its affiliates has offices in Waterloo ON, Lethbridge AB & Wainwright ABGowans may also consider a remote option in Canada within reasonable commuting distance from a major airport.Travel RequirementsRelationship building, presentations and business development require in person contact with clients that are located across the country.  Expectation would be for 25 – 30% overnight travel.About GowansGowans is a group of professionals who provide multidisciplinary services and support to the world’s animal production sector. Our specialized team of experts represent over 100 years of cumulative experience working in the poultry, swine, beef, and dairy production businesses. We stress the importance of working on site with our clients to develop and implement customized solutions for their animal nutrition and business needs. Our practice is evidence based, with an emphasis on science and research rather than tradition or convention.Our company focus is on improving net returns for our clients’ farms. We achieve this by providing an a) independently based nutrition program which maximizes income above feed and operating costs; b) applying our expertise in proper ingredient selection, quality control and feed manufacturing to decrease overall feeding and production costs. We are also involved on feed ingredient procurement, communicating with our clients good buying & selling opportunities, along with helping them to better analyze and increase their projected margin.Two fundamental principles are embedded in our business model: transparency and independence. When you engage us, our singular focus becomes the success of your business, with no hidden agenda or promotion of affiliated products or services. We sell our knowledge, only.The Gowans team operates internationally, with the ability to deliver services in 7 different languages. We look forward to expanding our presence in new markets and addressing the challenges of sustaining and growing your animal production business in today’s increasingly competitive world. Please apply by clicking APPLY TO THIS POSITION below.