Location Manager

Join Our Team as a Location Operations Manager!

Are you ready to take the lead in a dynamic and rewarding role? We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Location Operations Manager to oversee our facility and ensure smooth operations. If you have a passion for safety, efficiency, and community engagement, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Join us and make a difference in our community while leading a team to success!

Apply now to become our next Location Operations Manager and be part of a positive, fun, and safe work environment.

The Location Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a specific location, ensuring efficient and productive use of assets, maintaining safety standards, managing employees, and driving business growth. This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to maintaining a professional, safe, and clean environment.

Location Operations:

• Oversee facility, equipment maintenance/preventive maintenance program, proper documentation, and OSHA compliance.
• Ensure efficient and productive use of CFE/location assets.
• Manage controllable expenses such as repairs, utilities, fuel, supplies, and employee costs.
• Proactively contribute to maintaining a safe and compliant DOT fleet and incident free environment.
• Maintain a clean and professional location, ensuring all equipment is kept in a safe, clean, and operational condition.
• Provide input on the replacement or investment of rolling stock, facilities, and equipment.

Safety:

• Hold regular quarterly in person safety meetings with the location team.
• Ensure employees are current with safety training.
• Work to limit employee injuries through behavioral based training and implement fail safe mechanisms.
• Ensure permitting and documentation are completed properly.
• Make sure employees are properly trained before starting a job utilizing onboarding tools available.
• Follow safety policies that meet or exceed state and federal requirements.

Communication:

• Attend and participate in managers' meetings.
• Hold regular communication sessions with the employee team.
• Maintain regular communication with the operations team, department leads, and ROMS/COO.
• Plan and communicate major expenses to ROMS/COO.

Employee Management:

• Recruit, onboard, and train operational personnel, with a focus on obtaining and maintaining all required certifications and licenses.
• Actively engage in ongoing feedback with employees, including formal reviews.
• Provide training, development, and mentorship opportunities.
• Optimize work force scheduling to control cost.
• Oversee and delegate daily work responsibilities for employees.
• Work closely with HR on employee issues.
• Evaluate the need and hire seasonal employees.
• Create a work environment that is positive, fun, and safe for all employees.

Business Development:

• Drive location growth and sales by identifying and implementing process improvements that enhance business efficiency.
• Support the Agronomy, Feed, Lumber, and Grain divisions by driving location growth and sales.
• Maintain high-quality customer service with quick responses to customer issues.
• Develop a plan for future opportunities at the location.
• Work with the Credit department to resolve A/R accounts and collect past due accounts.

Advocacy:

• Advocate for your locations investments that will enhance customer service and efficiency.
• Actively participate in local events like parades, county fairs, and food bank drives to build relationships and raise awareness.
• Establish a strong presence in the community.

Leadership:

• Lead by example and have a thorough knowledge of all operations at your location.
• Have crucial conversations with employees and customers when necessary.
• Seek opportunities to increase personal knowledge of business and industry topics.
• Identify future talent and encourage their development.

CFE Team:

• Support and collaborate personnel and equipment with other locations/divisions.
• Mentor and develop peers sharing knowledge and experience.
• Represent the company positively both within the workplace and in external interactions.

Basic Qualifications:

• 2-4 years degree in Business or an Agricultural background with 2-5 years' experience in Cooperative Management or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Class A CDL license or must be able to successfully complete the Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) when required
• Understanding of seasonality and in-season time commitment

Competencies:

Business Acumen:

• Basic accounting skills and knowledge to work with company financials.
• Ability to develop and execute a seasonal plan.
• Demonstrate a proficiency in using computer programs and software relevant to the role.

Judgment:

• Ability to manage multiple projects at a time and demonstrate good attention to detail.

Adaptability:

• Self-motivated, dependable, and organized.

Professionalism:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Customer Service:

• Outstanding customer service skills.