Area Manager

Sexsmith, AB, Canada

Job Description


At Nutrien, our purpose is Feeding the Future and we do so with safety, inclusion, integrity and results as our core values. Nothing is more important than sending our people home safe, every day.

Nutrien Ag Solutions is the retail division of Nutrien\xe2\x84\xa2, the largest crop inputs company in the world. As part of our collective mission of Feeding the Future, Nutrien Ag Solutions provides full-acre solutions through our trusted crop consultants at more than 2,000 locations in North America, South America, Europe and Australia. For more than 150 years, we have been helping growers achieve the highest yields with a wide selection of products, including our proprietary brands: Loveland Products, Inc.; Proven\xc2\xaeSeed and Dyna-Gro\xc2\xaeSeed; as well as financial, custom application and precision ag services.

We harvest the best. Diverse views and experience make us strong. We look for people who have a safety-first mindset, who are collaborative team players, who deliver on their commitments, act with integrity, and who support inclusion.

Working at Nutrien Ag Solutions will provide you an opportunity to help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be, and grow your career.

Under the leadership of the Division General Manager, this position is accountable for the overall management, development and financial success of defined sub-trading area within the scope of a Division

What you will do:

  • Oversee the sales and operation of a designated territory, including inventory, receivables, product delivery and sales.
  • Meet or exceed Profit and Loss objectives for the assigned locations.
  • Ensures all branches effectively promote Nutrien key products for the Division and develop strategies to achieve expected levels of sales and growth.
  • Provide coaching and leadership to sales staff to assure that sales and margin objectives are met. Provide direction to increase customer base and improve profitability.
  • Ensure branches in designated territory are optimizing inventory to meet customers\' requirements, while maintaining appropriate turns.
  • Reviews and analyzes progress towards the achievement of sales forecasts and operational objectives on a regular basis, and initiates action as required. Ensures accurate sales forecasts and expected final results.
  • Responsible for all aspects of human resource management within the Branch including hiring, promoting, performance management, coaching and discharging within company policy and regulatory compliance
  • Responsible for managing within and implementing the terms and conditions of the collective agreement(s), where applicable.
  • Analyzes capital requirements and provides recommendations regarding capital budget needs to the Division General Manager.
  • Supports Divisional teams in the preparation of all budget and forecasting processes.
  • Complies and enforces all Nutrien and industry regulatory and safety, health and environment standards.
  • Ensures standards are met for inventory control, cycle counts and annual audit process.
  • Performs other related duties as required.
What you will bring:
  • Agricultural or Commerce based degree or equivalent experience of 5 years.
  • Five (5) to seven (7) years of demonstrated successful experience of farm supply marketing. Three (3) years of this experience must have been in a management capacity.
  • Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
  • Ability to complete a Criminal Background Check, Drug & Alcohol Testing, and Driving Record Abstract as required by Nutrien Ag Solutions policies.
  • Strong ability to lead and manage people; exceptional coaching and motivational skills.
  • Ability to work autonomously with limited guidance from others.
  • Proven knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the agriculture industry as well as the application of agricultural chemicals.
  • High degree of oral and written communication capabilities and strong listening skills.
  • Strategic thinker, with ability to understand financial statements; ability to develop and execute sales growth plans across multiple branches.
  • Required knowledge/understanding of branch operations and equipment.
  • Strong computer skills in Microsoft (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.) and company agronomic programs.
  • Ability to handle stressful situations.
  • Extensive travel by vehicle required.
Are you a good match? Apply today!

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Nutrien Ag Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

This job will remain posted until filled. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2269912
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Sexsmith, AB, Canada
  • Education
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