Feed Operations Manager

Agriland FS•Winterset, IA

About The Position

AGRILAND FS is seeking a Feed Operations Manager to direct operations and coordinate the distribution of feed products and pricing across all feed locations. The role supervises the feed operations team in manufacturing and delivering quality products and services while supporting financial performance and profitable growth. The manager leads and develops feed location managers and operational employees, plans the effective use of resources, and works with location managers and administrators to promote accurate billing programs. The role oversees operations to achieve customer satisfaction, efficiency, cost management, inventory control, and company financial objectives. It also supports facility security, safety and regulatory programs, equipment and facility maintenance, and collaboration with Agronomy and Energy departments. The position offers work with a growing business, compensation that rewards industry experience and success, a company vehicle, training and career development, paid time off, sick pay, paid holidays, competitive benefits, a company-funded pension plan, and a 401(k) with company match. Applicants must pass pre-employment testing and a background check. AGRILAND FS is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business or 8–10 years of equivalent experience.
Strong leadership and verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent business skills, with experience in CTO, budgeting, and inventory.
Good math, reading, and business skills.
Mechanical aptitude and excellent problem-solving skills.
Ability to understand and operate all equipment at the facility.
Excellent work ethic and ability to work hours beyond those considered normal.
Experience prioritizing and organizing to accomplish goals, with the ability to multitask.
Must pass all pre-employment testing and a background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience or a strong understanding of agricultural retail.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop feed location managers and feed operations employees.
Develop plans with feed locations for effective use of all resources.
Work with feed location managers and the location administrator to promote accurate Agriland FS billing programs.
Manage operations to provide excellent customer satisfaction while maximizing efficiencies and managing distribution costs and inventory to achieve company financial objectives.
Work with feed managers to ensure location facilities are secure according to company guidelines.
Champion safety and regulatory programs with employees.
Lead development and implementation of company equipment and facility maintenance programs.
Build, maintain, and promote collaborative operational and marketing efforts with Agronomy and Energy departments, encouraging teamwork among employees.