Grain Location Manager

Landus; Early (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Landus is seeking a Location Manager to oversee day-to-day grain facility operations, safety performance, and customer service for farmer-owners. You will manage primary and seasonal sites, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive operational discipline.

Primary responsibilities include coordinating staffing, supervising staff, controlling costs, and delivering profitable, reliable grain handling and storage solutions aligned with company targets.

Qualifications

• 3-7+ years of experience in grain operations or agriculture-related field.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of assigned facilities, including grain handling, storage and shipment.
• Own safety performance at all assigned locations and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Serve as the primary local point of contact for farmer-owners and deliver reliable service.
• Partner with merchandising teams to execute grain origination, storage and movement plans.
• Lead and develop location employees, including seasonal staff.
• Maintain records, inventory integrity and operational reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Operations management

Job description

Description

Role Summary

The Location Manager is accountable for the day-to-day operation, safety, and performance of a group of grain facilities, including one primary location and associated seasonal sites. This role ensures reliable execution at the local level delivering safe operations, strong service to farmer-owners and efficient grain handling.

Core Responsibilities:

Facility Operations

• Lead all day-to-day operations of assigned facilities, including grain handling, storage and shipment
• Ensure facilities are operationally ready for seasonal demand, including harvest
• Maintain equipment, infrastructure and site conditions to support safe and efficient operations
• Coordinate staffing and resources across primary and seasonal locations

Safety & Compliance

• Own safety performance at all assigned locations
• Ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements and company policies
• Actively reinforce safe behaviors and address risks immediately

Customer Experience

• Serve as the primary point of contact for farmer-owners at the local level
• Deliver consistent, reliable service during both peak and non-peak periods
• Resolve customer issues quickly and effectively

Execution of Commercial Strategy

• Partner with merchandising teams to execute grain origination, storage and movement plans
• Ensure accurate and timely handling of grain transactions and inventory
• Support communication of programs and offerings to customers

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop location employees, including seasonal staff
• Set clear expectations and ensure accountability for performance and behavior
• Foster a culture of teamwork, ownership, and operational discipline

Operational Discipline

• Maintain accurate records, inventory integrity and operational reporting
• Follow standardized processes while adapting to local operational needs
• Identify and communicate operational issues or improvement opportunities

Profit & Loss (P&L) Responsibility

• Own full P&L for the location, including revenue, labor, and operating expenses
• Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans aligned with company targets
• Monitor financial performance against budget; analyze variances and implement corrective actions
• Identify opportunities to improve margins and operational efficiency

Decision Rights & Scope

• Accountable for day-to-day operational decisions at assigned facilities
• Responsible for profitability and customer experience
• Manages staffing, scheduling and local resource allocation
• Escalates major operational, safety or customer issues to Regional Grain Manager

Requirements

Qualifications

• 3-7+ years of experience in grain operations or agriculture-related field
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred

Success Profile

• Reliable, hands-on operator who leads from the front
• Strong problem solver with practical judgment
• Builds trust with both team and customers
• Executes consistently under pressure