Director, Operations

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Job Title: Director, Operations
Location: Hannaford, ND, Midwest United States, USA

Company: CHS Inc.
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Operations
Job Type: Full Time

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 Hannaford, ND! We are looking for a Director of Operations to join our leadership team of our CHS Devils Lake 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, our ideal candidate would excel in decision making, collaboration, attention to detail with excellent written & verbal communication.

Apply today and learn more about how you can make an impact on feeding the world.

Responsibilities

Oversee operations at six locations.
Develop and manage operating, capital, and lease budgets.
Manage Location Managers and/or Sales Managers.
Work with management and sales team on programs, pricing, and overall strategy.
Develop & recommend product positioning, packaging, and pricing strategy to produce the highest possible long-term market share.
Develop, establish, and execute comprehensive marketing plans & programs, both short & long range, to support sales and revenue objectives of the organization.
Oversee and ensure inventory is in place and accurately accounted for.
Serve as a liaison between suppliers, vendors, and distributors to management and sales staff.
Achieve satisfactory profit/loss ratio & market share in relation to preset standards & industry & economic trends.
Ensure effective control of marketing results and take corrective action to guarantee that achievement of marketing objectives fall within designated budgets.
Establish & maintain a consistent corporate image throughout all product lines, promotional materials, and events.
Research, analyze, and monitor 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.
Assist with loading and unloading trains, when necessary.
Weekly travel within our trade territory and occasional overnights.
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
Agribusiness/Location management/Agronomy Sales experience preferred
Co-op experience 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.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift 50 pounds
Ability to climb rail cars, ladders, stairs, and bins
Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures

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: 08/16/25