General Manager

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  • Ottosen, IA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
General Manager – Farmers Cooperative Elevator, Ottosen IowaAg1Source has partnered with the Farmers Cooperative board of directors to seek a General Manager to replace their retiring leader after many years of outstanding service for this northwest Iowa organization. This cooperative has strong roots in the region with an excellent track record of success, service, and profitability throughout its 104 years of business. A crucial part of their sustainability and success has been due to a diverse business model including agronomy, grain, feed, bulk petroleum, and propane operations.Candidates considered for this position should possess business management and leadership success with preference given to those with this experience in the grain industry and the retail cooperative system. This cooperative plays a vital role in its community and seeks a leader to live within its trade area.Primary Responsibilities
  • Partner with the Board of Directors to establish strategic direction and expectations, then create the organizational goals and system of accountability to exceed those expectations.
  • Provides effective communication at all levels throughout the organization including board guidance, leadership team, employees, business partnerships, community, and any related government or regulatory agencies.
  • Relate to rural members with a high level of integrity and trust.
  • Recruit, hire, develop, and retain a high-performing team.
Key Requirements
  • This position requires strong financial acumen, including an ability to oversee grain hedging, the ability to lead a great team of department leaders and employees and provide the organization with industry foresight to keep it moving forward.
  • A bachelor’s degree in a related field, 5 plus years of Cooperative leadership or ag-business experience, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
  • A strong track record of performance in P&L management and departmental budgeting while serving in a leadership capacity.
  • Possess a fundamental understanding of retail cooperative operations.
Additional Insight
  • This position reports to a 7-member Board of Directors and is supported by a team of veteran employees in the organization.
  • The position is based in the cooperative’s main office, which is located in Ottosen, IA.
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