Location Manager - Evergreen FS - Maroa, IL

Are you passionate about agriculture and looking to grow your career with a leading agricultural solutions provider? Evergreen FS is seeking talented individuals like you to join our team and make a difference in the lives of farmers and communities we serve. If you're dedicated, innovative, and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Hires, supervises, leads and develops both full-time and part-time assigned employees required to operate the facility. Trains employees to meet state, federal, and company regulatory and safety criteria.
• Responsible for assigned product ordering, profitable pricing, inventory control, and shipping/receiving of product. Schedules product delivery and oversees product application.
• Responsible for plant operations including dry fertilizer blending and loading, the handling of anhydrous ammonia, and the mixing and handling of ag chemicals and liquid fertilizer.
• Collaborates with the V.P. of Operations to insure all equipment, rolling stock, and facilities are in good working order. Assists with annual budget planning process.
• Will assist Crops Specialist in selling to customers at the location or by phone.
• Prepares reports of business transactions and keeps expense accounts.
• Supports and contributes to total company goals and objectives through collaboration efforts.
• Prepares reports of business transactions and keeps expense accounts.
• Responsible for all necessary record keeping, maintaining the assigned vehicle according to company standards, adheres to the uniform policy, and maintains the appropriate professional image.
• Follows Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Develops and implements business plans that maximize location profitability.

Qualifications:

• Normally requires an Associate's Degree in agricultural or business discipline, or the equivalent thereof, and 3 years or more of supervisory related work experience to demonstrate knowledge to effectively manage the assigned facilities and personnel.
• Understanding and experience with competitive adeptness, inventory management, customer credit worthiness, and product knowledge and proficiency, including fertilizers, ag chemicals, seed, soil needs, and field monitoring.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, a satisfactory driving record, and have the ability to travel independently.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all applicable certifications, licenses, and permits. Including but not limited to a CDL, with proper endorsements, and a Commercial Applicator Spray License.
• Ability to work extended hours and on-call as business conditions warrant
• Prefer an understanding of agronomy and/or energy operations.
• Occasionally exposed or required to:
  • Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, snow, ice, etc.)
  • Noisy conditions
  • Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures
  • May be required to work at varying heights
  • Lift 51 - 70 lbs.
• Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.
• Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a difference in agriculture and our communities.

Evergreen FS is a trusted provider of agricultural products, services, and solutions servicing DeWitt, Livingston, Macon, McLean, and Woodford Counties in Illinois. With a commitment to excellence and sustainability, we help farmers maximize their productivity while preserving the environment for future generations.

Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.We are an equal opportunity employer.