Executive GM, Feed & Nutrition Ops — Relocation Provided

Land O'Lakes, Inc.; Sumas (WA); On-site; USD 164,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

EPL Feed, part of Land O'Lakes, Inc., seeks a General Manager to provide strategic leadership and operational excellence across two feed mills in the Pacific Northwest. This role oversees mill production, ingredient procurement, nutrition services, and fleet logistics, with relocation support available for the right candidate.

The GM will drive financial performance, maintain safety and integrity, and lead a diverse team including production, sales, logistics, finance, and administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Agribusiness, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or advanced degree in Ruminant Nutrition is a plus.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in agribusiness, preferably within feed mill operations, dairy nutrition, or agricultural retail.
• Strong understanding of commodity markets, feed formulation software, and ERP systems.
• Proven ability to lead diverse team including feed mill operators, CDL drivers, nutritionists, and sales teams.
• Boots-on-the-ground leadership style; exceptional communication skills; deep commitment to the regional farming community.

Responsibilities

• Lead long-term strategic planning to expand market share and modernize facility infrastructure.
• Ensure established metrics and regular reviews of operational performance for two mills.
• Through plant managers, ensure mills safely deliver high-quality, cost-efficient products.
• Deliver high-level customer service while optimizing fleet performance and efficiency.
• Maintain full P&L responsibility including budgeting, forecasting, and capex planning.
• Drive sales growth by maintaining relationships with key dairy accounts and new business opportunities.
• Report financial progress and plans in partnership with the Board of Directors.
• Ensure compliance with FSMA and GMP; oversee quality of custom mixes and commodity blends.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Fleet/operations oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

ERP systems

Feed formulation software

Job description

EPL Feed, part of Land O'Lakes, Inc., seeks a General Manager to provide strategic leadership and operational excellence across two feed mills in the Pacific Northwest. This role oversees mill production, ingredient procurement, nutrition services, and fleet logistics, with relocation support available for the right candidate.

The GM will drive financial performance, maintain safety and integrity, and lead a diverse team including production, sales, logistics, finance, and administration.