Petersburg Co-Op Grain Co.
Open Position: General Manager
Location: Petersburg, Texas (35 miles NE of Lubbock, TX)
Job Description:
The Petersburg Co-op Grain Co. in Petersburg, TX is searching for a General Manager. This position will be responsible for the oversight of all aspects of the Cooperative’s operation including the management of 9 full-time employees. The Co-op provides many services to the surrounding community including:
· Grain handling and marketing
· Sales and application of fertilizer and chemicals
· Procurement and sales of planting seed
· Procurement and sales of dyed diesel
· Management of small farm store
In addition to the oversight and management of these functions, this position will also be responsible for maintaining current and developing new customer and vendor relationships.
Essential Qualifications
· Business and Leadership Skills, 3-5 years leading others in a business oriented environment
· Good Communication Skills, ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of consumers
· Experience in Sales of agricultural related products and/or services
· Experience in Grain Marketing and Storage
· Knowledge of Agriculture Industry (Fertilizer, Chemicals, Seed, etc.)
· Ability to organize and oversee inventory control
· Basic computer skills and ability to learn computer programs and software as needed
· Desire to strengthen and grow the business base
Desired Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in a business or agricultural related field
· Strong business, economics and agricultural acumen with the ability to educate and influence others
· Previous experience interacting with and/or leading a board of directors who represent a cooperative
· Knowledge of financial reports and budgeting
Additional Information:
This role ultimately reports to the Board of Directors for the Petersburg Co-op Grain. The operating hours are seasonal and vary. Compensation for this role is competitive and negotiable based on the experience of the selected candidate, labor market and other factors. The role offers a benefit and time off package and a variable percent based bonus determined by organizational and individual performance.
To Apply:
Please send your resume to Melanie Morris at petersburgcoopgrain@myreachmail.com OR
Petersburg Co-op Grain
P.O. Box 265
Petersburg, TX 79250
ATTN: Melanie Morris
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