Location Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

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.

What you'll do:

Business & customer strategy

• 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

Financial & inventory management

• 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

Facility & equipment oversight

• 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

Chemical plant

• Manage day-to-day operations and supervise an Operations Specialist or Custom Applicators assigned to the plant
• Monitor for chemical leaks or spills and manage cleanup and disposal
• Act as backup to prepare chemical mixes for producers when needed

Anhydrous ammonia station

• Monitor for leaks or spillage 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

Grain bin storage

• 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

What we are looking for:

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

Why join us? Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, finances, and future.

• Paycheck for life:Cooperative pension plan, plus 401(k) with traditional and Roth options
• Comprehensive health coverage:Medical, dental, and vision insurance, supplemental plans, and FSA/HSA spending accounts
• Paid time off:Vacation and sick leave to rest and recharge
• Uniform & boot allowances:Annual allowances so you're always equipped and ready
• 360 Wellness Program:Whole-person wellness with real incentives
• Sign-on & referral bonuses:Get rewarded for joining and for bringing great people with you

Additional benefits available ask us for details.