Farm Store Manager

Job Description

Job Description

WHAT'S MY CAREER AS THE FARM STORE MANAGER GOING TO LOOK LIKE?Oversee daily sales, retail, warehouse and overall performance of the farm storeImplement merchandise and retail strategies, lead customer support initiatives and train & develop team membersResponsible for the growth and success of the store's production and profitability effortsCollaborate with store team to develop strategies for achieving daily/weekly/monthly sales goalsWork with customers on challenges, as well as look for opportunities for new potential accounts & market growth Implement and maintain staffing needs and schedulingServe as subject matter expert for merchandise and services within the storeManage proper product usage, drive inventory counts and management of supplies – anticipating customer needs and market demandsWHAT'S IN IT FOR ME?As the Store Manager, you will be eligible for several benefits, including:Competitive PayCompetitive 401k Company Match with Immediate VestingMedical Options including Health Savings Account plans that include Employer Contributions Dental/Vision/Various Other Voluntary BenefitsPaid Time Off, Volunteer Time, Company Paid HolidaysEmployee DiscountsCompany Cell PhoneTuition/Continued Learning ReimbursementAdvance Payroll Hardship RequestsLeadership Training and Development opportunities WHO WILL I BE WORKING FOR?You will be working for a company rooted in the cooperative world, with history dating back to 1933, operating in the divisions of Agronomy, Energy, Animal Health and Farm Supplies. EverGRO Cooperative is built on the relationships we grow with our customers, without their support, business, and loyalty we would not be the successful Coop we are today! EverGRO fosters an environment founded on the following values.Trust: we provide dependable & reliable services Quality Products: we offer a variety of reputable productsSuperior Customer Service: we strive to provide options & solutions to our customer's challengesGrowth & Development: we value the talent within our team & encourage their growth both professionally and personally  WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?No matter the position, EverGRO will always be looking for candidates that are:Creative, Adaptable, Committed & PassionateFor this role, we are looking for talent that can bring to the table the following.A combination of completed coursework OR degree completion and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of years of experience or education required.Required Education:High School Diploma or equivalentRequired Experience: At least 5 years of work experience in retail, preferably in agriculture with specialized knowledge of related merchandise & servicesAt least 5 years of experience in a demonstrated leadership position; direction and supervising othersExperience managing inventory control/management processesA valid Driver's LicenseAble and willing to work Saturdays when/if neededWilling to train and obtain Forklift Certification and Propane Dispensing CertificationA passion and enthusiasm to work with our cooperative customers to help improve and overcome any challenges related to their needsOutstanding written and verbal communication skills A knack for relationship building and problem-solving A desire to learn, grow and work as a cross-functional team member with other divisionsThis position will predominantly be located inside but may work outdoorsAbility to bend, stoop, lift, push and pull to help with product movement, as well as operating a pallet jack will be requiredFor a full list of physical requirements, please reach out to our HR departmentEverGRO Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against individuals based on their race, color, religion, or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws or regulations.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, functions and skills required for this job. Functions and requirements may change at any time with or without notice. This job description is a summary of essential job functions necessary for the satisfactory performance of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable those with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Job functions may vary by location.