Grain Location Manager

Landus Cooperative; Georgia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Landus Cooperative is seeking a Location Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of multiple grain facilities, including primary and seasonal sites. You will drive safe, efficient grain handling, storage and shipments, and lead staff across locations while ensuring strong service to farmer-owners.

Responsibilities include budgeting, staffing, regulatory compliance and collaboration with merchandising teams to execute origination and movement plans.

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.
• 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.
• Own safety performance at all assigned locations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for farmer-owners at the local level.
• Partner with merchandising teams to execute grain origination, storage and movement plans.
• Lead and develop location employees and foster accountability and teamwork.
• Maintain records, inventory integrity and operational reporting; manage P&L for the location.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Operations

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