Location Manager

Location Manager
Location: Farley, Iowa

About the Role
The Location Manager provides the leadership and management necessary for the growth and efficient operation of the Farley location. This role supports the success of IAS, its members, customers, and employees through strong team leadership, operational oversight, customer service, and financial accountability.

What You’ll Do
The following duties are typical for this position and are not intended to be exclusive or all-inclusive.

• Recruit, hire, and train full-time, seasonal, and contractual location personnel.
• Lead location growth, daily operations, and the efficient distribution of products.
• Deliver customer service that supports growth in annual grain purchases and supply sales.
• Increase market share in grain bushels purchased by identifying effective customer marketing strategies and coordinating with grain department personnel.
• Communicate effectively with supply sales and marketing teams to accomplish location volume goals.
• Safeguard physical product inventory and ensure accurate accounting.
• Manage inventories and location hours to meet year-round and seasonal demand.
• Manage labor, variable, and fixed expenses to meet local income requirements.
• Maintain location assets and supervise the maintenance program.
• Oversee facility operations and quality control while maximizing blending opportunities.
• Complete intercompany and regulatory requirements in a timely manner.
• Manage accounts receivable loss to less than 0.1% of sales.
• Promote and enforce safety policies and procedures to minimize lost-time accidents.
• Maintain a clean, organized facility that employees and customers can be proud of.
• Complete other assigned tasks based on business needs and individual skill set.

These responsibilities may account for 15% to 25% of daily duties.

What You’ll Bring

• Knowledge of and experience in agricultural retail management, including grain, agronomy, feed, and energy.
• Mechanical aptitude, including a basic understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, pumping, and piping systems, as well as the design, use, repair, and maintenance of various machines and tools.
• A high level of initiative, effort, and commitment to completing assignments efficiently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to stay organized, adapt to change, and manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, including Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of Series I computer operations.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry objects weighing at least 50 pounds.
• Flexibility to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with the body, arms, and legs.
• Trunk strength and the ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles to support the body repeatedly or continuously over time.
• Ability to perform tasks involving repetitive motion.
• Comfort working in an agricultural environment with possible exposure to seasonal weather, outdoor conditions, and agricultural products.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment when required.

Why Choose IAS?
This leadership role is an opportunity to guide a local team, strengthen customer relationships, and support the continued growth and success of IAS in the Farley community. Your work will make a meaningful difference for our employees, members, and customers. In addition, IAS provides excellent benefits, an employer funded Pension Plan, and profit-sharing opportunities.

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