State Operations Specialist

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Job Title: State Operations Specialist
Location: Brisbane, Qld, Australia

Company: Elders
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: Competitive
Job Description: Nurture. Grow. Thrive.

Accepting a role with Elders means you will be joining a team ready to support and grow your career. Be part of a culture that has been in the making for more than 185 years, a culture so strong it is almost tangible. Much like the farmers and communities we work with, you will experience, passion, dedication and resilience across all parts of the business. With such an iconic, essential business in the Australian landscape we are confident that you too will be proud to grow your career at Elders and wear the pink shirt.

About the role

We are looking for a State Operations Specialist to join the Elders team on a permanent, full-time basis.

Reporting to the State Finance & Operations Manager, the State Operations Specialist focusses on supporting the strategic decision making of the Elders State Leadership Team. This role will drive best practice for both Finance and Rural Products Operations, and include Fleet Management for Elders at a state level.

This is an exciting and unique role driving key insights and improvements for Elders operations across Queensland and the Northern Territory. Candidates with demonstrated financial acumen and business operations experience will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

Provide support to the State Finance & Operations Manager and Area Managers with the annual budgeting process.
Reporting and analysis of key financial metrics of State Operations
Assist Area Managers with reporting on all key performance indicators and commercial activities across the state.
Assist the State Rural Products team and Area Managers with development, communication and implementation of effective inventory management policy and procedures.
Provide training and ongoing support at branch level to enable effective inventory management, including stocktakes.
Monitor Fleet performance in State against key performance indicators and cost measures.

About you

Demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships
Relevant experience in a business operations or commerce role
Agricultural or related industry experience
Highly developed knowledge of rural products and logistics.
Understanding of marketing, pricing and product ranging
Strong analytical capability and financial acumen
Excellent communication & presentation skills
Administrative, organisational and problem-solving skills
Tertiary Qualifications are desirable but not essential

About Elders

As a trusted Australian agribusiness, we have played an important role in the agricultural sector for 185 years. Our expansive network across Australia offers links to markets, tailored advice and specialist knowledge across a range of products and services, including farm supplies, agronomy, livestock, wool, grain, finance, insurance, and real estate.

We are committed to a sustainable and prosperous future for rural and regional communities, and creating value for all stakeholders in the agricultural supply chain, across both Australian and international markets.

Elders is for Australian agriculture.

If you are ready to grow your career with Elders, please click on 'Apply' today.

For more information call Craig Ward, State Finance & Operations Manager on 0409 497 933 or visit our careers page.

Please note, applications may be shortlisted as they are received.

At Elders, we strive to create a safe environment where everyone can thrive. We aspire to do this by recognising talent, promoting inclusion and celebrating diversity. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for roles at Elders.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.

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Job Post Date: 06/18/24