Regional Manager - Northeast Iowa

Job Overview

Primary Objective:  To provide the leadership and management needed for the growth and effective operations of multiple locations, and doing so in a manner that balances the IAS Purpose Statement.

Major Accountabilities:

Regional Manager

• Fostering an excellent team environment at the location and regional level.
• Accountable for the P&L performance of locations within the region.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with direct reports, peers, and divisional leadership.
• On-boarding, performance coaching, and supervision of direct reports; utilize divisional resources to aid in execution.
• Alignment, implementation, and execution of requirements from the IAS Divisions (Grain, Agronomy, Feed, Energy, and Transportation) and IAS Administrative areas (Human Resources, & Accounting).
• Support efforts of the Director of Safety & Compliance with safety training, accident investigations, location safety audits, and implementation of processes & procedures related to safety.
• Support efforts of Director of Maintenance in implementing best practices of preventative maintenance and repair; manage repair expenses within the region.
• Assist VP, Operations in recognizing capital needs, justifications, and execution of delegated projects.

Management of Direct Reports' Expectations

• Recruit, hire, and train all full-time location personnel when necessary.
• Supervise location operations and efficient distribution of farm supply products.
• Safekeeping of the location’s physical product inventory and accurate accounting thereof.
• Maintain location hours to meet seasonal demands.
• Manage labor and variable expenses to levels that ensure the location’s adequate level of earnings.
• Control location inventories to meet seasonal demand.
• Maintain location’s assets effectively; supervise maintenance program.
• Provide a level of customer service that both maintains and promotes growth in sales and purchases.
• Manage grain facility operations and quality control; maximize blending opportunities.
• Effective communications with marketing teams to accomplish volume goals.
• Completion of inter-company and regulatory requirements on a timely basis.
• Manage the location’s accounts receivable.
• Practice and enforce safety policies and procedures; minimize lost time accidents.
• Maintain a clean and organized facility.
• Accept and carry out other assigned tasks.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Supervisory experience with demonstrated communication and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of and experience in agricultural sales and retail management, including areas of grain, agronomy, & feed.
• Experience with profit & loss statements; ability to understand and utilize management information systems.
• Understanding of facilities and rolling stock, their design, use, and maintenance requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and specifically Excel skills.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Adaptability:

• Requires static strength to lift, push, pull, or carry objects with a minimum weight of 50 pounds.
• Agricultural Environment – Possible exposure to seasonal weather, outdoor conditions, and agricultural products.