Lead the operational aspects of a geographical area with multiple locations
Manage the people and assets in a manner that efficiently supports the Profit and Loss efforts in the area
Responsible for administration, inventory control, safety, DOT requirements and managing capital for their assigned locations
Drive strategy and tactical delivery with regards to staffing patterns, budgeting, inventory control, expense control, operations, equipment and facility improvements, record keeping, and asset sharing etc.
Manage the capital investments of the area to maximize productivity in supporting the sales and marketing function
Ensure compliance with environmental, Company safety issues and DOT requirements
Directly or indirectly supervise all operational & administrative employees within the region to support the sales/marketing function of the business
Provide oversight to assigned locations for multiple processes, to include Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable and Credit
Establish and maintain standards that customer accounts are reconciled, and customer inquiries are handled timely with exceptional customer service
Partner with Location Managers in actively developing process improvements to help support business and Area overall goals and objectives
Provide direction and leadership oversight to administrative processes and staff within region
Coordinate, manage and communicate operational, environmental, safety, security, human resource, legal and risk management strategies and activities to ensure performance and compliance
Provide training for administrative and operations teams within assigned area to achieve operational excellence for both internal and external customers.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from 4 year college or university
5+ years related experience and/or training
Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered for meeting the minimum requirements of the roles
Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or Business is preferred
Minimum of 5 years of similar experience in the industry or as an operations manager
Demonstrated focus on meeting customer expectations and working to deliver excellent customer service
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to lead, communicate and motivate teams
Creative problem solver
Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to become familiar with industry related software
Financial acumen required
Knowledge of the Agriculture Industry and the various products and equipment that support the sales effort
Also, knowledgeable in the agricultural technology area.
Benefits
The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.