Ag Division Manager

Prairie Co-op is hiring a Permanent Full Time Ag Division Manager in Melville, SK. Location could be subjected to change.

Who we are:

Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at www.prairieco-op.crs

What you’ll do:

The Ag Division Manager will provide leadership and accountability for the overall performance of Prairie Co-op’s agriculture division, including sales growth, profitability, customer experience, talent development, and operational excellence.

• Works closely with the Director of Ag & Energy to oversee the activities of Prairie Co-op’s Ag Retail Managers to ensure effective location operations and to be responsible for sales, margin, expenses, inventory, and effectiveness of staff.
• Works closely with the Procurement Manager to ensure that product is in the right place at the right time and at the correct value.
• Assists in the development of each Site’s annual profit plan and analyzes Site operating report to identify trends and implements operational business action plans.
• Analyzes existing and anticipated marketing conditions in the division and makes recommendations to be included in the retail’s marketing plan.
• In cooperation with the Director of Ag & Energy and Marketing assist in developing and executing on a Customer Experience Management (CEM) strategy.
• Provides effective leadership to ensure Sites are operated under legal, safe, ethical standards and that portrays an image, equipment, and Sites operations procedures in line with retail’s requirements.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationship with industry partners, suppliers, Prairie Co-op members and community stakeholders.
• Coach and develop Ag Retail Managers through performance management, succession planning, leadership development and operational guidance and support.
• Other duties as assigned.

Who you are:

You are looking for a career in Agriculture and:

• You embody strategic leadership, focusing on long-term strategies.
• Building networks brings you satisfaction.
• You thrive as a visionary and purpose-driven leader.
• You have a Degree in Agriculture. P. Ag is preferred.
• You have 10+ years of relevant experience, including 6+ years of leadership, technical, professional and/or management of employees.
• You’re honest and trustworthy, are results-oriented and strive to be the best in what you do.
• You believe in building relationships and collaborating to deliver solutions that matter most, and you recognize the value that different perspectives bring to meet shared objectives.

What we offer:

• Our Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan.
• We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.
• Relocation allowance will be provided.

At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

Please note that safety-sensitive positions will require pre-employment alcohol and substance testing.

This position will remain open until filled.

Apply or contact us at careers@prairie.crs for more information.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.