Grain Location Manager

Socket.dev; Early (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev seeks a Location Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of grain facilities, ensuring safe, efficient handling and strong service to farmer-owners.

You will lead staff across primary and seasonal locations, drive operational discipline, and manage budgets and profitability while coordinating with merchandising teams to fulfill grain programs.

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 and storage.
• Own safety performance at all assigned locations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Serve as the local point of contact for farmer-owners and deliver reliable service.
• Partner with merchandising teams to execute grain origination and movement plans.
• Lead and develop location employees, including seasonal staff, with clear expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Grain operations

Safety & compliance

P&L management

Staffing & scheduling

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