Energy Operations Manager

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Job Title: Energy Operations Manager
Location: Lewiston, ID, West 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. is seeking a motivated people leader to fill the role of Energy Operations Manager in Lewiston, ID. The Energy Operations Manager will lead and oversee energy operations across multiple locations in the area, with a strong focus on refined fuels and lubricants. This role is critical in managing operational efficiency, developing strategic programs, and ensuring exceptional service delivery aligned with divisional goals. The manager will supervise location and sales managers, coordinate with the General Manager to implement effective communication and control systems, and oversee budgeting for operations, capital, and leases. Key responsibilities include accurate price setting; overseeing the handling, inventory, and distribution of refined fuels and lubricants; and ensuring accuracy and compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have at least four years of operations or business operations experience, proven leadership capabilities, and preferably a background in energy products or agribusiness.

Join the nation’s largest cooperative and make a difference close to home. We offer a fun, safe, and supportive work environment where your contributions truly matter. Apply today and become part of something bigger!

Responsibilities

Oversee energy operations at multiple locations. Evaluate and communicate the results of overall operations.
Manage energy operations according to divisional objectives to provide patrons with prompt, courteous and effective service while maintaining the efficiency necessary to achieve a maximum margin of profit.
Manage location and/or sales managers on programs, pricing, and overall strategy.
Act as liaison between General Manager and department managers, developing and implementing procedures and controls to promote communication and adequate information flow within the organization.
Develop and manage operating, capital, and lease budgets.
Manage the workforce through responsible training, clear job assignment definition and explanation, correct deficient performance, and effectively reward and develop all employees.
Develop & implement 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.
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)

4+ years of experience in Operations and/or Business Operations
Prior leadership experience with progressively advancing level of leadership responsibilities

Additional Qualifications

Experience managing refined fuels and lubricants operations
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Previous Agribusiness/Location management or Grain Sales experience preferred
Ability to motivate and lead team members
CDL with HAZMAT, preferred
Valid driver's license
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 carry 50-70 lbs
Ability to consistently communicate via phone

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: 08/23/25