Manager

GreenPoint Ag

Bells (TN)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D and Disability Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Volunteer Time Off

Wellness Resources

Job summary

GreenPoint Ag, Bells, TN, is seeking an Operations Manager to lead our location’s daily operations, people, and processes. You will drive productivity, profitability, and safety while coordinating multiple departments and implementing strategic plans for continuous improvement.

In this role, you will manage budgets, inventory, scheduling, and staff development, with an emphasis on teamwork and career growth.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, commerce, management, or related field.
5+ years of relevant agriculture-industry experience.
Valid driver’s license; must be able to meet a Motor Vehicle Review.

Responsibilities

Follow all safety regulations and guidelines.
Coordinates, manages, and monitors the workings of various departments in the organization.
Reviews financial statements and data; utilizes data to improve profitability; prepares and controls operational budgets; controls inventory; plans effective strategies for the financial wellbeing of the company; coordinates with Credit Department Staff and ensures adherence to established credit policies.
Improves processes and policies in support of organizational goals; formulates and implements departmental and organizational policies and procedures to maximize output; monitors adherence to rules, regulations, and procedures.
Organizes recruitment and placement of required staff; establishes organizational structures; delegates tasks and accountabilities; establishes work schedules; supervises staff; monitors and evaluates performance.
Coordinates and monitors the work of various departments involved in production, warehousing, pricing, and distribution of goods; monitors performance and implements improvements; ensures quality of products; manages quality and quantity of employee productivity; manages maintenance of equipment and machinery; provide technical support where necessary.
Facilitates coordination and communication between support functions.
Manages customer support functions.
Assists location manager in the development of strategic plans for operational activity; implements and manages operational plans.

Skills

Operations management

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Data analysis

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, commerce, management, industrial technology or industrial engineering

Job description

GreenPoint Ag is a farmer-owned, American-owned company. We're committed to farmers' success because that's the only way we succeed. Seeking employees who share our dedication, we're a leading agricultural inputs company in the southeastern U.S., operating in over 100 communities across ten states.

If you're passionate about rural America and its farmers, join us. We're an Equal Opportunity Employer fostering an inclusive workplace in a vital industry.

About Our Opportunity

We are looking for an Operations Manager for our Bells, TN Crop Nutrient Location. We offer a team-focused culture where employees are encouraged to stay engaged, grow their skills, and take advantage of career development opportunities. If you’re looking for a place where teamwork and people matter, we’d love to hear from you.

Summary/Objective

The operations manager plans, directs, and coordinates the operations of the location. They are responsible for ensuring and improving the performance, productivity, efficiency, and profitability of operations through the provision of effective methods and strategies.

Essential Functions

Follow all safety regulations and guidelines.
Coordinates, manages, and monitors the workings of various departments in the organization
Reviews financial statements and data; utilizes data to improve profitability; prepares and controls operational budgets; controls inventory; plans effective strategies for the financial wellbeing of the company; coordinates with Credit Department Staff and ensures adherence to established credit policies
Improves processes and policies in support of organizational goals; formulates and implements departmental and organizational policies and procedures to maximize output; monitors adherence to rules, regulations, and procedures
Organizes recruitment and placement of required staff; establishes organizational structures; delegates tasks and accountabilities; establishes work schedules; supervises staff; monitors and evaluates performance
Coordinates and monitors the work of various departments involved in production, warehousing, pricing, and distribution of goods; monitors performance and implements improvements; ensures quality of products; manages quality and quantity of employee productivity; manages maintenance of equipment and machinery; provide technical support where necessary
Facilitates coordination and communication between support functions
Manages customer support functions
Assists location manager in the development of strategic plans for operational activity; implements and manages operational plans
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Supervises staff, including hiring, scheduling, and assigning work, reviewing performance, and recommends salary increases, promotions, transfers, demotions, or terminations
Staff includes: Hourly employees, warehouse manager, admin, and inside sales for assigned location.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, commerce, management, industrial technology or industrial engineering; certain schools offer bachelor’s and master’s degrees in operations management; may be offset by other relevant experience
5+ years of relevant experience in the agriculture industry; may be offset by other relevant skills, abilities, and experience
Valid driver’s license; must be able to meet a Motor Vehicle Review in accordance with Company policy

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge and experience in organizational effectiveness and operations management
Knowledge of business and management principles and practices
Knowledge of financial and accounting principles and practices
Knowledge of human resource principles and practices
Knowledge of project management principles and practices
Strong planning and organizing skills; critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to adapt to changing operational requirements in conjunction with changing strategic objectives
Excellent computer and financial skills, including MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
Strong written and oral communication skills; interpersonal/managerial skills to deal effectively with a broad base of customers, suppliers, and location personnel; excellent conflict management skills

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work in both indoor and outside work environments. Frequently exposed to extreme cold and hot temperatures, wet or humid conditions and outdoor weather conditions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to stand, talk, and hear. Must be able to lift 50+ lbs. The employee is also regularly required to walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.

Travel

Some travel is required (approximately 3-5 percent).

Other Duties in the Spirit of GreenPoint Success and Teamwork

Please note this job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. As a company whose primary mission is to support farmers, our business is inherently seasonal. In the spirit of teamwork, during off season and at other times employees may be required to perform duties at the location which are outside the employee’s primary job function. Additional job-related tasks, such as clean-up, landscaping, maintenance, painting, pressure washing, and material handling may be assigned. GreenPoint Ag reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary with or without notice.