Ag Manager

Gardenland Co-op is hiring a full-time Ag Manager at the Morden, MB Ag Site Location.

Status:                                    Full-Time, Permanent

Work Location:                      205 Wilcox Road, Morden, Manitoba.

Benefits:                                 Work Vehicle available for use

                                                Employer matched pension plan

                                                Health benefits

                                                Employee discounts & rebates

                                                Education assistance

                                                Company supplied cell phone

Who we are:

Gardenland Co-op is a locally owned cooperative committed to providing friendly, trustworthy, and knowledgeable service. Serving the communities of the Pembina Valley, we aim to achieve retail excellence, be an employer of choice, and make positive contributions to our communities. At Co-op, meaningful careers grow and thrive!

What you’ll do:

Reporting to the Business-to-Business Division Manager, the Ag Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the department and is responsible for providing leadership in the areas of client relationships/customer service; sales, margin and other expense controls; human resources; ordering, inventory control and administrative duties. The Ag Manager will exemplify and promote the Co-op brand.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Living the Brand

• To consistently represent the Co-op Brand; to know, understand and live Gardenland Co-op’s vision, mission and values. 
• To be a Co-op ambassador by understanding the Cooperative Retailing System and have a proficient understanding of the cooperative’s lifetime membership benefits.
• Consistently deliver exceptional service to all stakeholders.

Management

• Provide leadership, direction and oversight to the staff.
• Prepare, administer, and achieve budgeted goals as it relates to the pricing, sales, margins, expenses and inventory.
• Provide leadership to the team, including goal setting, performance management, training and developing team members. Ensure a healthy workplace culture.
• Build strong customer relationships and lead the ag team to do the same.

Agronomy

• Provide leadership in the areas of client services, including crop planning, agronomic troubleshooting, fertility and crop protection recommendations.
• Oversee the development and administration of an effective farm contact program, promoting the services and product lines available.
• Manage supplier programming to the benefit of growers and Co-op.
• Assist in all areas of the operation, including blending fertilizer and manually loading product.

Purchasing, Sales, Marketing

• Communicate with division manager to ensure inventory is in place to match demand.
• Provide leadership to Ag Team to meet sales and margin budgets.
• Responsible for accurate pricing, sales and inventory management of crop protection products.
• Participate in and support the Co-op Retailing System Programs.
• Coordinate information meetings and tours for growers, utilizing supplier support, to enhance Co-op Agro awareness, credibility and involvement with key growers.
• Promote finance programs, FCC and other Co-op approved programs.

Safety and Administration

• Maintain the Chemical Warehouse to CPI standards, including the audit process.
• Oversee the completion and follow through of all safety and environmental policies and procedures and ensure standards are achieved.
• Responsible for coordination and oversight of all safety, maintenance and asset protection policies.
• Responsible for the safe handling and storage of inventory and equipment.

Personal Development

• Attend FCL and industry training seminars.
• Attend supplier and research information day/tours where possible.
• Seek ongoing professional development in the areas of management and leadership.

Qualifications

• Valid class 5 license. (Class 3 with air, or Class 1 an asset)
• Post-Secondary degree or diploma in agriculture. (A combination of education and/or experience may be considered, with consideration being given to the mix of knowledge, competencies and skills acquired.)
• Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to develop new relationships and maintain existing relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English; verbally and in written format.
• Intermediate level ability for computer usage, in particular Word, Excel.
• Must be a self-starter and able to achieve results with minimal supervision.
• P. Ag and CCA an asset

What we offer:

• Competitive salary, yearly bonus program, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-matched pension plan.
• Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities and professional development to grow, develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.
• As a co-operative, we do business differently. We believe in working together with other co-operatives to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and what we offer, visit www.gardenlandco-op.crs.

How to apply:

Applications for this position will be accepted until December 5, 2025. 

Apply via the job board by clicking on APPLY TO THIS POSITION.

• Emailed resumes will not be accepted.
• Applications submitted after the deadline may be declined.

Gardenland Co-op employs people who are diverse as the communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process.

We thank all applicants; however, only those invited for an interview will be contacted.