Prairie Co-op is hiring a Permanent Full Time Ag Procurement Manager at our Ag Site in Melville, SK.

Who we are:

Co-op does business differently.  As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth.  To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at www.prairieco-op.crs.

What you’ll do:

Responsible to provide an exceptional level of customer service, maintain a safe and efficient operation while adhering to all company policies, procedures and standards, including meeting established productivity standards.

• Provides leadership, direction and oversight to Agro Division operations, programs, and policies in Melville, Lipton and Ituna to meet budgeted goals and objectives.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with the Prairie Coop’s objectives and industry best practices.
• Lead sourcing efforts to identify and evaluate potential suppliers, ensuring compliance with quality and cost effectiveness criteria.
• Administer, and achieve budgeted goals as it relates to the pricing, sales, margins, expenses, and inventory of the commodity.
• Oversee the completion and follow through of all safety and environmental policies and procedures and ensure standards are achieved.
• Provide leadership to the Melville, Lipton and Ituna Ag Sales Representatives, including the recruitment, goal setting, performance management, training and development of team members.

Why it matters:

Our team provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners. Through the work that we do, we help to build, fuel, feed and grow Western Canadian communities together. 

Who you are:

You are looking for a career in Agriculture and:

• You embody strategic leadership, focusing on long-term strategies.
• Building networks brings you satisfaction.
• You thrive as a visionary and purpose-driven leader.
• You have a Degree in Agriculture.
• You have 10+ years of relevant experience, including 6-8 years of leadership experience.
• You’re honest and trustworthy, are results-oriented and strive to be the best in what you do.
• You believe in building relationships and collaborating to deliver solutions that matter most, and you recognize the value that different perspectives bring to meet shared objectives.

What we offer:

Our Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package and an employer-contributed pension plan.  We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.

Relocation allowance will be provided.

At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve.  We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

Please note that safety-sensitive positions will require pre-employment alcohol and substance testing.

Please apply online by clicking APPLY TO THIS POSITION below.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.