Senior Operations Manager, Petroleum West

UFA Limited; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Purpose-driven

Recognition

Work-Life Balance

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

UFA Limited in Saskatoon, SK, is seeking a Senior Operations Manager for Northern Saskatchewan. You will lead regional operations, drive performance, safety, and profitability, and manage high‑performing teams of Agents and Site Managers.

Reporting to the Director of Operations, you will develop site business plans, oversee budgets, pricing, inventory, and asset protection, and collaborate with sales and service teams to meet targets while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, agriculture, or related field; 12+ years in progressive management.
• Leadership experience with large geographically dispersed teams.
• Strong inventory management, operational efficiency, and customer service.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, develop, and manage Agents and Site Managers.
• Lead site business plans, sales targets, and budgets.
• Oversee pricing, margins, expenses, and asset optimization.
• Collaborate with sales, service, and category managers.
• Ensure health and safety and compliance with laws.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Team development

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Operational thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, agriculture, or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

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Senior Operations Manager, Petroleum West

Location: Saskatoon, SK, CA, S7J 4M6

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Director, Operations the Senior Operations Manager is responsible for the operational performance and business growth within a designated geographical area. Ensuring operational excellence, efficiency, effectiveness, compliance with all Federal and Provincial laws, and the optimization of sales, margins and assets. The Senior Operations Manager provides leadership and governance to Agents and Site Managers while driving business growth, through customer service excellence, operational excellence, safety, productivity, and profitability. This position requires developing and managing high-performance teams, safeguarding company assets, and ensuring the execution of corporate strategies.

This is a regional based position covering Northern Saskatchewan.

Responsibilities:

• Recruit, develop, and manage the performance of Agents and Site Managers
• Champion the succession planning process by identifying skill gaps and developing career growth opportunities for team members.
• Lead, coach, and provide ongoing feedback to Site Managers in alignment with UFA's Vision, Mission, and Values, and conduct annual performance appraisals to foster team growth.
• Oversee the creation and execution of site business plans, sales, and revenue targets for operations.
• Manage price, margins, and expenses while optimizing assets and capital budgets.
• Collaborate with sales and service teams to ensure efficient delivery of products and services.
• Align with corporate strategies to ensure growth and market share expansion.
• Ensure the effective implementation of corporate initiatives and change management strategies.
• Drive operational efficiencies by managing demand forecasting, inventory management, and asset protection.
• Lead the budgeting process within the region, ensuring all sites meet or exceed financial targets.
• Maintain and recommend reinvestment in assets/capital projects for continuous operational improvements.
• Champion health and safety programs and ensure compliance with all relevant laws and standards.
• Foster a culture of safety through coaching, monitoring, and continuous improvement.
• Manage relationships with Agents and maintain contractual agreements, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Collaborate with Senior Operations Manager's to share best practices, ensuring consistency across the business.
• Act as a key liaison between corporate offices and field teams, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work with category managers to optimize inventory levels, ensuring customer demands are met.
• Safeguard company assets, working independently or with corporate shared services to maintain efficiency and financial returns.
• Represent the company at local and cooperative events, reinforcing the brand's values and commitment to the community.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, agriculture, or related fields. Equivalent business experience of 12+ years in progressive management roles is required.
• Leadership experience characterized by innovation, creativity and ability to work co-operatively. Agriculture and Downstream Fuel experience considered advantageous.
• Proven track record in leadership and managing large geographically disbursed teams.
• A strong understanding of inventory management, operational efficiency, and customer service.
• Superior organizational, critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, SAP, and other relevant business software.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and willingness to travel up to 50% based on business needs
• Agriculture or Petroleum industry experience is a strong asset .

This is a safety sensitive position as will be on site at UFA facilities and will be using UFA material handling equipment. The successful applicant will be required to pass (negative result) a drug and alcohol screening test as a condition of employment.

You and UFA. Let’s Grow Together.

UFA is one of Canada’s largest and most progressive agricultural co-operatives. We’re a multi-billion-dollar organization that offers the products, services, and support our 127,000+ members need to build, grow and succeed. While our roots will always be in agriculture, we’re proud to support the industries and communities that drive Western Canada’s economy. We need your skills, expertise and ideas to help us keep growing.

• A Business with a Purpose - Join a member-owned co-operative with a mission that matters: improving the well-being of our members, helping them feed the world, and enabling investment in local communities.
• Recognized and Rewarded for Your Performance - At UFA, success is shared. You’ll own your work and be recognized for both individual and organizational results.
• Work-Life Success - We prioritize safety, respect your time, and offer flexible options and comprehensive benefits to support your life inside and outside of work.
• We Help Each Other Grow - Our collaborative culture fosters growth through hands-on experience, mentorship, training, educational support, and diverse career paths.

Diversity Equity, and Belonging

At UFA, we care about our employees and what makes them unique. We strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes employees from diverse backgrounds, where everyone can do their best work. If you require accommodation during the application or selection process, please contact [e-mail].

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.