Agro Centre Manager

Co-op Community Spaces; Canada; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time-off benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

STIP

Pension plan with matching employer

Education assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Clearview Co-op is seeking a Manager for the Agro Centre in Steinbach, MB. You will lead operations, growth, and staff development, delivering agronomic guidance while ensuring exceptional customer service.

We value candidates with a proven track record in agricultural leadership, cost control, and team mentorship, supported by relevant certifications. This role emphasizes safety, community impact, and sustainability in a growing rural market.

Qualifications

• Requires agriculture degree or equivalent post-secondary education.
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive agriculture experience with leadership exposure.
• Demonstrated ability to manage operational costs, improve efficiency, and drive sales.
• CCA designation and pesticide licenses are valued assets.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall Agro Centre operations, profitability, and sales targets.
• Provide agronomic guidance to producers and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Recruit, coach, and develop the Agro Centre team; oversee workforce planning.

Skills

Agronomy expertise

Leadership

Customer service

Budget management

Team development

Relationship building

Education

Agriculture degree

CCA certification

Pesticide licenses

Job description

Clearview Co-op is hiring a Manager, Agro Centre at our Agro Centre located in Steinbach, MB.

Our current Agro Centre Manager will be retiring at the end of 2026, and we're excited to begin the search for their successor. Read on to learn more about this leadership opportunity!

Who Are We:

We've been a part of southeastern Manitoba for over 95 years, growing alongside the communities we serve. Through the years we have proven our commitment to our members by making their priorities our priorities.

We proudly showcase Manitoba and Canadian-made products, ensuring local producers and businesses thrive. We also give back by supporting community organizations and, most importantly, returning profits to our members through profit sharing.

Join us and be part of something bigger-something connected to your community. This role can be just the start of your career, with plenty of opportunities to grow within Clearview Co-op.

What You Would Do:

Reporting to the Director, Energy & Agriculture, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, operations, and financial performance of the Agro Centre. You will provide agronomic expertise to support producers, build strong relationships, and contribute to the success of the agronomy team through leadership, mentorship, and collaboration. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Live out our values of: People, Integrity, Excellence, and Responsibility.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and foster strong relationships with members & guests.
• Lead the overall operations of the Agro Centre, ensuring profitability, efficiency, and achievement of sales and financial goals.
• Develop and execute annual business plans, budgets, and operational strategies to support continued growth and sustainability.
• Drive agronomy sales by promoting crop protection, seed, and agronomic services while maintaining strong customer contact programs.
• Provide expert guidance to customers on seed selection, crop protection, weed, disease, and insect management solutions.
• Manage inventory, assets, and maintenance programs to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and loss prevention.
• Analyze financial performance, monitor key metrics, and implement strategies to improve sales, margins, and productivity.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop the Agro Centre team while fostering a positive and collaborative workplace culture.
• Oversee workforce planning, performance management, succession planning, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage procurement activities.
• Coordinate pricing strategies and ensure operational alignment with organizational objectives and market conditions.
• Support and implement local marketing, advertising, merchandising, and promotional initiatives to drive business growth.
• Promote a strong culture of health, safety, and environmental stewardship, including the safe handling of agricultural products and hazardous materials.

What We Offer:

Our full-time positions will be able to take advantage of:

• Time-off benefits, including paid vacation and sick days
• Comprehensive benefits package including dental plan, extended health care, group life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Short Term Incentive Program (STIP)
• Pension plan with matching employer contribution
• Opportunities for career growth through education assistance, scholarship programs and continuous learning
• Employee and Family Assistance Program

About You:

• You're honest and trustworthy, are results-oriented and strive to be the best.
• 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.
• You have a passion for great customer service and come to work with a positive attitude.
• You are an exceptional team player and can build great working relationships.
• You have great organization, communication and time management skills.
• You exhibit good safety awareness and judgement.
• 5+ years of progressive agriculture experience, including 3+ years leading technical or professional teams.
• Proven ability to manage operational costs, improve efficiency, and drive sales and margin.
• Agriculture degree or equivalent post-secondary degree, from a recognized institution.
• Ag. designation, Certified Crop Advisor (CCA), and valid Pesticide & Seed Treatment, Pesticide Dealer, and Bulk Seed Operator certifications/licenses.
• Experience with AWSA and CFIA bulk seed management.
• Knowledge of KSI Seed Treaters and Volumetric Fertilizer Plants considered an asset.

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 provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants during the interview and employment process.

An acceptable criminal record check will be required from the candidate, if chosen for position.

We appreciate the interest of all candidates; however, only those selected to proceed in the recruitment process will be contacted.