Job Description

New Feedstock Development Manager
Position Overview:
EcoCeres, a pioneering leader in converting waste carbon into renewable solutions, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Feedstock Manager to drive the expansion of our feedstock supply network. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in enhancing and diversifying our renewable feedstock portfolio on a global scale. As EcoCeres prepares for the launch of its new HEFA renewable refinery in Malaysia and future expansion plans, the Feedstock Manager will be instrumental in doubling and then quadrupling our feedstock aggregation capabilities. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a global team, establish strategic partnerships, and contribute to our mission of sustainable transformation.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Feedstock Expansion Strategy:
- Develop a comprehensive strategy with feedstock & commercial leaders and execute to expand EcoCeres\' access to a variety of renewable feedstocks worldwide, including Animal Fat, POME, Fish Fat, Technical Corn Oil, cover crops, tree oils, and novel feedstocks.
- Identify new sourcing regions, establish partnerships, and negotiate supply agreements to secure reliable and diverse feedstock sources.2. Refinery Capacity Alignment:
- Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure feedstock aggregation aligns with the growing capacity of EcoCeres\' renewable refineries, optimizing utilization and profitability.
- Monitor feedstock supply and demand trends to make informed decisions on capacity planning and feedstock optimization.3. Trading and Risk Management:
- Leverage trading experience to create a strategic approach to feedstock sourcing and trading, ensuring EcoCeres remains in a favorable position to choose the best feedstock volumes and trade the excess.
- Develop risk management strategies to mitigate potential disruptions in feedstock supply and market fluctuations.4. Partner and Supplier Engagement:
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with potential partners, feedstock suppliers, and agricultural companies, identifying opportunities for strategic partnerships that align with EcoCeres\' mission and objectives.5. Reporting and Collaboration:
- Collaborate closely with the Feedstock VP to align feedstock strategies with business goals and initiatives.
- Provide regular reporting on feedstock sourcing, trading, and supply chain activities to senior leadership and relevant stakeholders.Qualifications and Requirements:
- Bachelor\'s degree in Business, Agriculture, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Proven track record in a leadership role within feedstock sourcing, trading, or supply chain management, preferably within the renewable energy or related industries.
- Extensive experience in sourcing diverse renewable feedstocks, with a deep understanding of the regional feedstock market dynamics.
- Strong trading experience and risk management skills, with the ability to navigate market fluctuations and optimize trading opportunities.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to establish and nurture strategic partnerships.
- Experience in building and leading global teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
- Familiarity with the renewable energy landscape and an understanding of waste carbon conversion technologies is a plus.
- Willingness to travel internationally as required.
New Feedstock Development Manager
Position Overview:
EcoCeres, a pioneering leader in converting waste carbon into renewable solutions, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Feedstock Manager to drive the expansion of our feedstock supply network. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in enhancing and diversifying our renewable feedstock portfolio on a global scale. As EcoCeres prepares for the launch of its new HEFA renewable refinery in Malaysia and future expansion plans, the Feedstock Manager will be instrumental in doubling and then quadrupling our feedstock aggregation capabilities. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a global team, establish strategic partnerships, and contribute to our mission of sustainable transformation.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Feedstock Expansion Strategy:
- Develop a comprehensive strategy with feedstock & commercial leaders and execute to expand EcoCeres\' access to a variety of renewable feedstocks worldwide, including Animal Fat, POME, Fish Fat, Technical Corn Oil, cover crops, tree oils, and novel feedstocks.
- Identify new sourcing regions, establish partnerships, and negotiate supply agreements to secure reliable and diverse feedstock sources.2. Refinery Capacity Alignment:
- Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure feedstock aggregation aligns with the growing capacity of EcoCeres\' renewable refineries, optimizing utilization and profitability.
- Monitor feedstock supply and demand trends to make informed decisions on capacity planning and feedstock optimization.3. Trading and Risk Management:
- Leverage trading experience to create a strategic approach to feedstock sourcing and trading, ensuring EcoCeres remains in a favorable position to choose the best feedstock volumes and trade the excess.
- Develop risk management strategies to mitigate potential disruptions in feedstock supply and market fluctuations.4. Partner and Supplier Engagement:
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with potential partners, feedstock suppliers, and agricultural companies, identifying opportunities for strategic partnerships that align with EcoCeres\' mission and objectives.5. Reporting and Collaboration:
- Collaborate closely with the Feedstock VP to align feedstock strategies with business goals and initiatives.
- Provide regular reporting on feedstock sourcing, trading, and supply chain activities to senior leadership and relevant stakeholders.Qualifications and Requirements:
- Bachelor\'s degree in Business, Agriculture, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Proven track record in a leadership role within feedstock sourcing, trading, or supply chain management, preferably within the renewable energy or related industries.
- Extensive experience in sourcing diverse renewable feedstocks, with a deep understanding of the regional feedstock market dynamics.
- Strong trading experience and risk management skills, with the ability to navigate market fluctuations and optimize trading opportunities.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to establish and nurture strategic partnerships.
- Experience in building and leading global teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
- Familiarity with the renewable energy landscape and an understanding of waste carbon conversion technologies is a plus.
- Willingness to travel internationally as required.

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