Director of Agro Operations

Federated Co-operatives Limited; City of Lloydminster; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Agro Operations to lead and oversee Agro operations across multiple locations. This role involves shaping departmental strategies, advising on business development opportunities, and ensuring operational goals align with the organization's long-term vision. The ideal candidate will have a strong agricultural background, proven leadership skills, and the ability to foster relationships with key stakeholders. Join a team that values growth, teamwork, and innovation while offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Profit-sharing

Employee discounts

Comprehensive benefits

Ongoing learning opportunities

Employer-contributed pension plan

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of progressive experience in Agriculture Retail, preferably at a leadership level.
• Strong agricultural background with sales experience in crop protection products.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Agro operations and develop departmental strategy.
• Advise the CEO on strategic economic and business development opportunities.
• Develop operational budgets and ensure adherence to them.

Skills

Agricultural background

Sales experience in crop protection products

Budgeting and fiscal management

Leadership skills

Strong verbal and written communication

Analytical thinking

Relationship building

Education

Diploma or degree in Agriculture

Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) accreditation

Eligibility for registration with the Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologists

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

The Lloydminster and District Co-operative Ltd. is currently recruiting for the position of Director of Agro Operations.

Essential Functions of the Job:

1. Oversee Neilburg, Lashburn, and Lloydminster Agro operations, with responsibilities as outlined in the Director of Agro Operations Job description.
2. Shape and develop departmental strategy, ensuring proper reporting structures within and between Agro operations.
3. Ensure departmental strategies are applied consistently across all Agro operations.
4. Identify opportunities and pursue areas for improvement within each operation.
5. Advise the CEO on strategic economic and business development opportunities, as well as key corporate planning issues related to agricultural operations.
6. Keep the CEO informed about business activities, performance, opportunities, and recommend courses of action.
7. Develop operational goals for each Agro location that are aggressive yet attainable, aligned with the long-term goals of the organization.
8. Monitor division performance against goals to ensure progress and implement corrective actions as needed.
9. Develop and maintain relationships with key clients, including suppliers, customers, and members.
10. Develop operational budgets and ensure adherence to them.
11. Prioritize inventory management and ensure inventory accuracy within the agro division teams.
12. Build a culture of passion for exceptional customer service and continuous improvement.
13. Provide safety leadership and support ongoing maintenance to uphold COR designations.
14. Collaborate with the Vice President of People and Culture on labor and employee relations, including managing collective bargaining agreements, negotiations, and grievances.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA’s):

• Strong agricultural background with sales experience in crop protection products and farm supplies.
• Knowledge of business, financial, and management principles, including strategic planning and resource allocation.
• Experience in budgeting and fiscal management.
• Proficient with personal computers and office software (. Microsoft Excel, Word).
• Logical and analytical thinking to identify strengths and weaknesses of solutions.
• Ability to develop and evaluate options and solutions for complex problems.
• Leadership skills to motivate and develop team members.
• Ability to build effective relationships with employees, vendors, and other departments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to handle conflicting priorities.

Education and Experience:

• A diploma or degree in Agriculture or Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) accreditation is an asset.
• 8-10 years of progressive experience in Agriculture Retail, preferably at a leadership level.
• Eligibility for registration with the Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologists is required.

Our employees receive competitive salaries, profit-sharing, EFAP, employee discounts, comprehensive benefits, ongoing learning opportunities, and an employer-contributed pension plan. We encourage growth, development, and fostering a culture of teamwork and innovation.