Agro Manager - Dauphin Agro

Dauphin Consumers Co-op is hiring an Agro Manager to join our Agro Team.

Who we are:

Dauphin Consumers Co-op Ltd. is part of the Co-operative Retailing System, and a successful multi-million-dollar retail business located in both Dauphin and Ste Rose du Lac, Manitoba.

Co-op is a different kind of business; being member-owned means that any profits are returned to our members and stay in our local economy. If you are a member, then you’re an owner. We believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth.

Dauphin Consumers Co-op Ltd. employs 200 team members serving 13,670 members in Dauphin and Ste Rose du Lac, and surrounding communities, through the provision of services and goods in the areas of food, home and building solutions, petroleum and lubricants, and agricultural supplies and equipment including fertilizer and anhydrous ammonia. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit our website.

What you’ll do:

Reporting to the Agro Division Manager, this position is responsible for the planning and day-to-day execution of the Dauphin Agro location. The position provides leadership, direction and oversite to Agro centre operations, programs, and policies to meet budgeted goals and objectives.

Responsibilities for this position include the following:

· Manage and oversee over-the-counter/inside sales and CRM activities

· Ensure compliance with regulations, safety protocols, and sustainability standards

· Coordinate fleet and equipment maintenance schedule

· Oversee and lead ordering, supply chain logistics, and inventory.

· Work closely with team members, sales team, and suppliers to align inventory with customer needs.

· Build strong customer relationships.

· Plan, monitor, and manage a variety of internal projects from initiation to completion.

· Provide leadership to the team, including the recruitment, goal setting, performance management, training, and development of team members.

· Track and report on measurables, KPIs, and other production data.

Who you are:

You are looking for a career in Agriculture and you have:

· 5+ years leadership in an agricultural environment

· Demonstrated strong interpersonal/communication skills

· Excellent time management and organizational skills

· Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience leading a team in a fast-paced setting

· Strong knowledge of crop production cycles and agricultural best practices

· Hands-on mindset, able to work outdoors and solve problems in real-time

· A CCA or P.Ag. Accreditation is an asset, but not required

· Familiarity with Microsoft Suite including Word & Excel. Familiarity with Ag Tech and CRM tools considered an asset

· Possess a valid class 5 driver’s license

What we offer:

Our Dauphin Consumers Co-op Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, an Employee & Family Assistance Program, an employer-contributed pension plan, a health & wellness credit, and additional Team Member incentives. We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, offering professional development and training opportunities to foster a culture of teamwork, innovation, and continued growth.

The Community:

Dauphin Consumers Co-op is located in the heart of the Parkland region in Manitoba. This closeknit community has a rich and exciting culture. Each year they host Canada’s National Ukrainian Festival and Manitoba’s premier and longest running Country Music Festival. Nestled between the beautiful Riding Mountain National Park and Duck Mountain Provincial Park, the area is surrounded by farmland, lakes, natural beauty, and a myriad of opportunities for outdoor recreation. To learn more visit: https://tourismdauphin.ca/

If this opportunity speaks to you, please apply online or send your resume and cover letter to l.hancharyk@dauphincoop.com.

Join our team! Become part of an organization that prides itself on community involvement and continued growth.

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