Co-op CEO: Practical Leader for Member Value & Partnerships

Galvin-Rowley; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Performance incentive

Job summary

Irrigear Stores Co-operative Limited seeks an accomplished Chief Executive Officer to lead a national irrigation and agribusiness network from its Mornington Peninsula base. You will strengthen member value, build supplier partnerships and drive practical improvements across multiple sites.

The role requires hands-on leadership, governance discipline and close collaboration with the Board to deliver strategic outcomes and ensure sustainable member outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in strategic leadership of a multi-site or member-owned organisation.
• Strong ability to engage and influence independent owners and suppliers.
• Solid financial literacy including budgets, cash flow and investment decisions.

Responsibilities

• Strengthen member value and supplier partnerships.
• Deliver practical strategic input and translate Board priorities into achievable plans.
• Lead a small internal team, oversee finances and governance processes.
• Engage with member owners through consultation and clear communication.
• Provide timely Board reporting and operate within governance and risk frameworks.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation skills

Financial literacy

Board liaison

People leadership

Job description

Irrigear Stores Co-operative Limited seeks an accomplished Chief Executive Officer to lead a national irrigation and agribusiness network from its Mornington Peninsula base. You will strengthen member value, build supplier partnerships and drive practical improvements across multiple sites.

The role requires hands-on leadership, governance discipline and close collaboration with the Board to deliver strategic outcomes and ensure sustainable member outcomes.