Prairie Co-op is hiring a Permanent Full Time Ag Retail Manager at our Agro Centre in Melville, SK.

Who we are:

Co-op does business differently.  As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at www.prairieco-op.crs [http://www.prairieco-op.crs]

What you’ll do:

The Ag Retail Manager is responsible for the leadership, sales growth, customer relationships and overall performance of Prairie Co-op’s agriculture business in Melville & Ituna. This role provides leadership and the day-to-day direction of the Ag Team while ensuring financial, safety, customer sales & service (on farm/in store) and operational objectives are achieved.

• Provide operational direction and oversight in the implementation of programs and policies for the Melville and Ituna Ag Teams and customer base.
• Oversee and execute sales strategies, which includes managing and growing current customer base through identifying and pursuing prospects and growth. opportunities. Responsible for building strong customer relationships and delivering solutions.
• Responsible for the sales, marketing and promotion of Crop Inputs and Grain storage and Handling solutions within the Melville and Ituna trading area.
• Oversee the completion and follow through of all safety and environmental policies and procedures and ensure standards are achieved.
• Prepare, administer, and achieve budgeted goals as it relates to the pricing, sales, margins, expenses, and inventory of the commodity.
• Provide leadership to the team, including the recruitment, goal setting, performance management, training and development of team members and employee engagement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Who you are:

You are looking for a career in Agriculture and:

• You have a post-secondary education in Agriculture or equivalent experience.
• P. Ag or CCA is preferred.
• You have a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience, CRS experience preferred.
• You’re honest and trustworthy, are results-oriented and strive to be the best in what you do.
• You believe in building relationships and collaborating to deliver solutions that matter most, and you recognize the value that different perspectives bring to meet shared objectives.

What we offer:

• Our Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits.
• Package and an employer-contributed pension plan. 
• We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.
• Relocation allowance will be provided.

At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve.  We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

Please note that safety-sensitive positions will require pre-employment alcohol and substance testing.

This position will remain open until filled.

Apply or contact us at careers@prairie.crs [careers@prairie.crs] for more information.

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