U.S. Grains Council – Regional Ethanol Manager for EU, UK and Canada

International market development organization based in Washington, D.C. is recruiting a Regional Ethanol Manager for EU, UK and Canada. The individual in this position will serve to develop and execute an effective ethanol promotion strategy for U.S. corn-based ethanol across the European Union, United Kingdom, and Canada. This position will assist in strategic planning and market analyses for ethanol market development within this region, including mission planning, stakeholder relationship mapping, and engagement. The position is based in Washington, D.C.

USGC is a leading non-profit member association dedicated to expanding exports of U.S. corn, sorghum, barley and related co-products, including ethanol. To promote a healthy work-life balance, we have established programs including telework (two days per week), 37.5-hour workweek, Employee Assistance Programs, paid training/seminars, lunch-and-learn sessions, and more. USGC also offers competitive health/dental/vision benefits, generous leave policies and generous retirement benefits.

Desired Qualifications

• Minimum requirement of a bachelor’s degree in economics, international trade policy, agriculture policy or business is preferred.
• Advanced degree in policy, law or economics is a plus. Experience in or understanding of ethanol industry is required.
• Prior professional experience in policy strategy development is strongly preferred.
• The ideal candidate will be detail oriented and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment as well as willing and available to travel frequently internationally and domestically.

If you are interested in the position, please submit a letter of interest and a resume by COB on May 17, 2024 

The U.S. Grains Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  It does not discriminate in the terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other factor prohibited by law.

As a participant in USDA programs, we share the commitment to comply with all federal, state and local civil rights laws and those of the USDA.  More about this commitment is found here usda.gov/non-discrimination-statement.