Hog Marketing Consultant bei Hurley & Associates

About the Role
As a Hog Marketing Consultant, you will provide disciplined, comprehensive marketing and risk management services to hog producers, helping them achieve economic stability and profitability. This role blends relationship-building, market expertise, and strategic planning to make a measurable impact on the success of farming operations.

Who We Are
Hurley & Associates is an Agri-Marketing company built on Christian and family values. We have the unique privilege of positively impacting a farmer’s level of success by helping agricultural producers secure revenue through tailored commodity risk management strategies. Every day, we partner with producers to develop marketing plans that align with their operation’s needs and risk tolerance - empowering them to focus on what they do best.

What We Offer
We value our employees and offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive health insurance plan

• Dental and vision coverage

• Basic and voluntary life insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• 401(k) savings plan with company match

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

Key Responsibilities

• Uphold and exemplify Hurley & Associates’ mission in all client and industry interactions.

• Deliver disciplined, comprehensive marketing and risk management services to hog producers.

• Build and maintain trusted client relationships based on integrity, reliability, and results.

• Develop and implement marketing plans aligned with each client’s goals and comfort level.

• Stay current on hog and grain market trends, government programs, and industry developments.

• Provide objective insight to help clients identify challenges, opportunities, and solutions.

• Network with hog industry, agricultural, and community leaders.

• Prospect for new clients while retaining and growing existing relationships.

• Represent Hurley at industry events, educational programs, and networking opportunities.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma + 3–5 years of farm/agriculture business experience, or

• Associate/technical degree + 2–4 years of agriculture experience, or

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture + 1–2 years of related experience (preferred)

Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of farm operations, finances, and values

• Understanding of futures market operations and risk management tools (preferred)

• Strong sales, networking, and relationship-building skills

• Excellent communication, public speaking, and time management abilities

• Proven ability to inspire action and deliver client-focused solutions

Licensing

• Series 3 license for commodity brokers required within designated timeframe after hire

Other Requirements

• Willingness to work beyond 40 hours per week as needed

• Occasional overnight travel throughout the year

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

Confidentiality Requirement
This position has access to confidential and proprietary information. As a condition of employment, the Hog Marketing Consultant will be required to sign a confidentiality agreement and maintain strict confidentiality at all times.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Hurley & Associates, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.