Job Description:
CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our 10,000 employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.
Summary
CHS Inc. has an exciting senior leadership opportunity within our Ag retail division in Taylor or Dickinson, ND ! We are looking for a Director of Operations to join our leadership team of our CHS Southwest Grain business unit . Performing basic financial acumen, planning, business process controls, as well as supervisory, public relations and organizational skills are key components in managing these operations. In addition to decision making, collaboration, and attention to detail with excellent written & verbal communication. CHS Southwest Grain is a diverse cooperative covering southwest North Dakota and NW South Dakota with over 17 locations in 13 communities and includes operations and services in Grain, Agronomy, Energy and Feed.
* We offer a relocation package that follows our program guidelines.
Responsibilities
Oversee operations of multi commodity product lines, agronomy, grain, energy and feed across multiple locations across the geographical footprint.
Serve as a leader between operations and agronomy product line management and operations staff.
Develop and manage operating, capital, and lease budgets.
Lead and develop a team of managers by providing strategic guidance, and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Drive organizational change by designing and executing change management strategies that align stakeholders and ensure successful adoption of new processes.
Collaborate with our customer facing sales and origination teams to develop and execute strategic marketing plans that drive both short-term and long-term sales and revenue growth.
Support market share development & pricing strategy across multiple product lines to produce the highest possible long-term market share.
Ensure inventory is in place and accurately accounted for.
Achieve satisfactory profit/loss ratio & market share in relation to preset standards & industry & economic trends.
Ensure effective control of all product line results and take corrective actions to guarantee that marketing objectives are achieved within designated budgets
Establish & maintain a consistent corporate image throughout all product lines, promotional materials, and events.
Stay in abreast of financial, technological, and demographic factors to capitalize on market opportunities and minimize effects of competitive activity.
Establish and maintain relationships with key industry and strategic community partners.
Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
Perform other responsibilities as needed or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (required)
High School diploma or GED
7+ years of experience in Operations and/or Business Operations
Prior leadership experience with progressively advancing level of leadership responsibilities
Additional Qualifications
Ability to make decisions and work effectively both independently and collaboratively
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written with an ability to influence others
Strong negotiation, public relations and organizational skills
Associate’s degree in Business, Agronomy or Agriculture related program preferred
Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.
CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.
CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.
Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to chscareers@chsinc.com ; to verify that the communication is from CHS.
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Job Post Date: 10/04/25
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