Location Manager

Frontier Cooperative•Schuyler, NE

10d•Onsite

About The Position

At Frontier Cooperative, we believe agriculture is more than a business, it's a way of life. As an agricultural leader serving Nebraska's farming communities, we provide a comprehensive range of grain, agronomy, feed, and energy products and services. But what sets us apart is how we do it: with integrity, with quality, and with a deep commitment to the communities we're proud to call home. We're looking for people who share those values and want to grow with us.

Requirements

Knowledge of operational management, business management, accounting, budgeting, project management, and quality management
Strong judgment, problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
Proven mentoring and coaching experience with the ability to influence and engage direct reports, indirect reports, and peers
Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Basic math skills including proportions, percentages, and volume; able to prepare and interpret spreadsheets and graphs
Ability to safely operate company vehicles, machinery, and equipment
Valid operator's license and forklift certification required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and agricultural experience
CDL Class A with HazMat and Tanker endorsements preferred or obtainable within 60 days

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Regional Operations Manager and AG Advisors to develop market plans for new and existing customers
Stay current on new agronomy products; oversee the retail store, fertilizer plant, and feed and seed warehouse
Recommend strategic operational goals by gathering business, financial, service, and operations data; define objectives and evaluate outcomes
Enforce customer service standards and resolve complaints; work with customers to promote improved products and expanded services
Reconcile daily cash sales and credit card reports; perform bank deposits and bill customers for products or services
Collect and credit customer accounts upon payment
Manage inventory levels by ordering, receiving, and stocking seed, fertilizers, chemicals, general merchandise, and feed
Manage and maintain proper working condition of vehicles, machinery, equipment, buildings, and grounds
Ensure equipment is cleaned regularly to prolong safe operation and promote a positive company image
May perform general vehicle, machinery, and equipment maintenance and repairs
Follow all company safety standards and comply with OSHA, EPA, state, and federal regulations
Manage day-to-day operations and supervise an Operations Specialist or Custom Applicators assigned to the chemical plant
Monitor for chemical leaks or spills and manage cleanup and disposal
Act as backup to prepare chemical mixes for producers when needed
Monitor for leaks or spillage at the anhydrous ammonia station and manage cleanup and disposal, contacting emergency management when directed by the Regional Manager
Act as backup to complete anhydrous ammonia preparation and transfer for producers
Manage day-to-day operations of grain elevators, bins, and flat storage areas; direct and assign daily work to staff
Manage inbound and outbound grain shipments, ensuring proper storage placement and monitoring space requirements
Post daily grain prices; assist customers selling grain and notify the Grain Division Manager of all purchases
Ensure proper weigh scale management and accurate ticket data; maintain high grain grade and quality standards
Ensure bins are cleaned, swept, and treated with insecticide prior to filling; inspect grain regularly for temperature, mold, insect, or moisture issues
Pull grain cores for quality inspection; blend, dry, aerate, cool, and relocate grain as needed to maximize economic return