Lumber Division Leader: Growth & Operations

Cooperative-Farmers-Elevator-1; Spirit Lake (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooperative Farmers Elevator in Spirit Lake, Iowa, seeks a Lumber Division Manager to lead the Lumber Department, drive profitability, and deliver outstanding customer service while aligning with the cooperative's mission.

You will supervise, market, control inventory, set pricing, and collaborate with leadership to position lumber operations for growth and efficiency across locations.

Qualifications

• Establish and communicate department goals and results to employees.
• Staff the department and delegate workload to meet market requirements.
• Actively support employee growth and annual performance reviews.
• Supervise and perform tasks to increase efficiency and productivity.
• Uphold cooperative policies and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Marketing: develop and implement annual and monthly plans and budgets.
• Increase market share through regular sales efforts and on-site client calls.
• Purchasing: source quality products from approved suppliers and manage costs.
• Resale pricing: set competitive prices aligned with guidelines and objectives.
• Inventory: maintain accuracy, monitor levels, and minimize shrinkage.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Responsibilities

• To supervise, direct, promote, and coordinate the lumber division to optimize market share and efficiency.
• Oversee supervision, marketing, profitability, reporting, purchasing, pricing, inventory, service and maintenance.
• Maintain a positive attitude that promotes teamwork and a favorable image of the cooperative.

Job description

Cooperative Farmers Elevator in Spirit Lake, Iowa, seeks a Lumber Division Manager to lead the Lumber Department, drive profitability, and deliver outstanding customer service while aligning with the cooperative's mission.

You will supervise, market, control inventory, set pricing, and collaborate with leadership to position lumber operations for growth and efficiency across locations.