AGRONOMY LOCATION MANAGER

MOUNTAIN VIEW CO-OP•Dutton, MT

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The position is responsible for directing, managing, supervising, and coordinating the activities and operations of the Mountain View Co-op (MVC) agronomy location. The LM must maintain a positive and cooperative attitude that promotes teamwork, integrity, honesty, and helpfulness. They must embrace and exhibit MVC’s philosophy and culture of customer service.

Requirements

Knowledge and understanding of: Supervisory principles and practices
Knowledge and understanding of: Principles and methods of program development, implementation, and promotion
Knowledge and understanding of: Safety rules, procedures, and practices
Ability to: Establish effective working relationships with the General Manager, Division Manager, Human Resource Manager, Chief Financial Officer, co-workers, subordinates, and the general public.
Ability to: Maintain time, cost, and material records and prepare comprehensive reports.
Ability to: Plan, organize, prioritize, supervise, direct, and evaluate the work of assigned staff.
Ability to: Prepare accurate and reliable reports containing findings, recommendations, and technical documentation.
Ability to: Operate a personal computer using word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications appropriate to assigned duties.
Ability to: Operate a smartphone.
Ability to: Use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or verbal instructions.
Ability to: Perform a wide variety of supervisory and public relations tasks with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines.
Ability to: Quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and technology.
Ability to: Meet challenges with resourcefulness through original thinking and creativity.
Ability to: Communicate effectively with others in both technical and non-technical terms.
Ability to: Drive to meetings year-round within the state of Montana.
Ability to: Work the varied hours required of the position during peak seasons.
High School diploma or GED and
Five (5) years of Agronomy and Agricultural experience
Two (2) years of Supervisory experience
Valid Driver’s License issued by the State of Montana
Clarity of speech and hearing that permits the employee to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
Clarity of vision to include; near and far vision, ability to focus while operating equipment, and ability to read printed materials.
Manual dexterity that permits the employee to operate a personal computer, files, and equipment.
Personal mobility that permits the employee to enter, operate, and exit motor vehicles.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to walk, stand, and reach for the duration of the shift.
Ability to occasionally stoop, kneel, climb, and navigate tough terrain.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain a positive customer service experience.
Establish and maintain a positive experience for MVC customers, clients, and vendors, through professional interpersonal interactions.
Supervise, plan, coordinate, and direct the work of the assigned location.
Make staffing decisions including hiring, firing, discipline, performance evaluation, and scheduling.
Promote, sell, support, and implement a “Whole Crop Production” agronomy department philosophy with respect to crop nutrients, crop protection products, seed, and services.
Work with agronomy management in developing and implementing marketing plans and sales programs for producers.
Assist in competitive market analysis to maintain margins for MVC, to include but not limited to, retail and service pricing.
Implement reporting and control methods.
Maintain a high level of knowledge of all product information, merchandise, promotions, and advertisement.
Respond to and initiate necessary sales communication in a timely and effective manner.
Keep current on MVC’s products and services.
Report for duty in a fit condition, complying with the location dress code and acceptable personal hygiene.
Provide feedback to Managers.
Practice and encourage workplace safety and hold employees accountable to practice workplace safety.
Other duties as assigned.