Region Manager

Country Partners Cooperative is a full-service diversified agricultural cooperative in central Nebraska located in 20 communities, partnering with farmers and ranchers to accomplish more together.

Region Manager - Region 1 - Gothenburg, Cozad, Callaway, Lexington, Sumner, Eustis, Arnold, Stapleton, Merna, Anselmo, Westerville

Region Manager - Region 2 - Ord, North Loup, Greeley, Spalding, Bartlett, Ewing, Albion, Cedar Rapids,

SUMMARY OF THE POSITION -

The Regional Manager will be responsible for the effective management and profitability of the grain and agronomy locations in their geographical area of responsibility.

Responsibilities:

Provide leadership to meet the expectations set out in Country Partners Cooperative’s Mission, Vision, and Core Value statements.

Responsible for regional location budgets and P & Ls.

Ensure excellent customer service is provided throughout the region.

Increase market share growth in region

Identify and implement growth strategies for new business

Along with the respective location managers, ensure proper and appropriate staffing for the workload.

Enhance labor efficiencies across divisions/locations

Along with location managers, develop capital budget needs with respective ROI analysis

Ensure employee safety through compliance with established safe work practices and procedures.

Ensure regulatory compliance with local, state and federal agencies; OSHA, DOT, EPA, DEQ, etc.

Work closely with department VPs to manage inventory in his/her region.

Work closely with VP’s and location managers to set goals and manage salespeople in his/her region.

Ensure operational efficiency across his/her region.

Maintain an effective system of communication with location managers in his/her region.

Supervise location managers including recommendations for hiring, firing, performance evaluation, mentoring, training and problem solving.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities:

Must work well independently.

Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations.

Knowledge and understanding of products used in the industry.

Ability to research and analyze detailed information and make appropriate recommendations.

Demonstrate strong communication skills in solving complex personnel issues.

Operate and efficiently use a variety of office equipment.

Ability to take and interpret instructions in verbal, written, or electronic forms.

Operate a company-owned vehicle safely.

Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively in English, both in written and verbal form.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding business-related files, reports, and conversations, within applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations.

Requirements / Certifications:

4-year college degree preferred, two years’ related experience and/or

training or equivalent combination of education and experience; must

be a team player, ability to use the Microsoft Office programs and latest technology communication devices, CDL Class A

recommended, but not required