Federated Co-ops Inc. is hiring an Agronomy Location Manager at our Rush City Country Store and Ag Center, to lead our retail and agricultural operations. The Agronomy Location Manager will focus on maximizing sales, service and operational efficiencies to maximize earnings and provide outstanding customer service. Performs the below duties personally, or through the location team.

Federated Co-ops Inc. offers a competitive benefits package, performance bonus, and 7% dollar for dollar 401(k) match!
 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Agronomy Location Manager include the following: Other duties may be assigned.

Planning and Operations Management: 

• Ensure critical sales, planning and daily management are implemented including organization design, business plan development and implementation of the location plan budget.
• Ensure accurate inventory management and customer invoicing and physical inventory verification.
• Manages service operations and efficient Fertilizer plant production, scheduling and delivery.
• Ensure completion of daily required financial management and closing procedures are completed in an accurate and timely manner. 

Sales & Customer Service:

• Partners in the grower sales process by ensuring key and target customer sales calls and call objectives are completed. 
• Address customer questions and concerns in a professional manner and document customer satisfaction details. 
• Ensure excellent customer service by identifying and offering products and services that are profitable and add value to both our customers and the location. 

Managing Employees:

• Hire and train regular and seasonal staff to ensure maximized day-to-day operations.  
• Provide leadership and operational work direction to employees.
• Ensure efficient use of labor through daily work task scheduling. 
• Create a harmonious work environment among peers to create a positive environment. 
• Provide necessary training and leadership to help employees improve and grow their skills. 

Safety:

• Ensure that all employees are properly trained and are safely performing their functions in accordance with company policy and all applicable codes. 
• Perform proper maintenance to all buildings, and equipment. 
• Provide a safe working environment for all employees.

Education and/or Experience:                 

• Minimum of 3-7 years leadership or management experience 
• Preferred Minimum of 3-7 years Agriculture Operations experience
• Preferred Minimum of 3-7 Retail Ag Co-op experience strongly
• Ag degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school OR equivalent related education and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Financial / Analytical and financial skills - P/L management experience desired
• Able to lift/carry/load (up to 50 lbs.) multiple times per day.
• Work extended hours during busy season as needed to ensure successful operations.

The actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills, certifications, location size, direct reports, etc.

Below is a summary of the benefits Federated Co-ops Inc. offers to employees and are subject to eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

Benefits:
Federated Co-ops Inc. offers a competitive benefits package to those who qualify which includes medical insurance, HSA employer contribution, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, matching 401(k), performance bonus, employee assistance program, disability insurance, employee discounts, referral program, clothing allowance/uniforms, paid holidays, floating holiday, PTO and direct deposit.