Location Manager

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Include but are not limited to the following: Administration Supervise location employees while providing guidance and oversight. Provide vision and leadership for the location team. Schedule and facilitate location group and individual meetings. Provide Direction & Assistance Direct the education and development of the location team through classes and coaching. Fill openings by evaluating, interviewing, and extending offers to potential candidates. Coach and train new employees Collect sensitive and difficult accounts receivable instances, as necessary. Direct safety practices and awareness of established safety needs as defined by safety staff. Review inventory reconciliations with area managers when presented with inconsistencies. Operations Collaborate with dispatchers and area managers to execute an organized logistics plan daily. Remain knowledgeable and involved in sales marketing programs of all departments. Assist with daily location operations as needed. Budgeting & Finances Work towards meeting established location budgets prepared annually by department. Work with area and district managers on potential site expansion and growth opportunities. Other Promote the company culture that is focused on providing complete sales, service, and employee development. Written and oral communication to Area Managers, District Managers, Senior Leadership, and the CEO as required. Qualifications & Requirements Significant agribusiness-related experience. At least 5 years of experience in grain and/or agronomy operations. Must be licensed and insurable to drive. Class A CDL (Commercial Driver s License) with HazMat endorsement and pesticide handler's license required. Must possess an array of interpersonal communication skills for interacting with varying personalities, roles, circumstances and emotional status of teammates, customers, and contractors. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Understand the seasonality of the farm supply business and the in-season time commitment. Thorough understanding of grain handling equipment and processes, including unit train loading. Complete knowledge of custom application and similar agronomy equipment. Must possess proficiencies of common computer programs and processes. Must understand common mathematics associated with account balancing and purchasing. Possesses problem solving capability and understands the operational processes. Must be able to guide employees while maintaining their individualism in tasks and direction. Basic Employment Expectations: Safety Performs work safely and uses the appropriate PPE. Checks the work area for hazards and corrects/reports unsafe conditions. Considers the safety of oneself, and other employees, and customers. Follows all safety protocols and seeks advice from supervisor when uncertain. Communication Maintains open communication and cooperates with supervisor, departments, and fellow employees. Communicates with supervisor and others immediately when unexpected problems cause absence, lateness, or the need to leave early. Accountability & Professionalism Abides by policies set forth in the employee policy manual. Carries a fair share of the workload. Promotes NEW Cooperative through positive, friendly, and professional interactions. Is punctual, follows directives, and works in an efficient and timely manner; accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of the work. Understands that satisfactory attendance is essential to the efficient operation of the work environment. Customer Service Continually works to satisfy customers to address questions/concerns through effective communication, solving problems, responding to questions, and managing their expectations. Personal/Professional Development Establishes personal performance goals and works toward these goals. Continually upgrades and demonstrates knowledge of the job.

Created: 2024-11-05