Location Manager - GROWMARK FS, LLC - Bridgeton, NJ

About the role

GROWMARK FS, LLC is headquartered in Milford, Delaware, with branches in New Jersey and other states. With approximately 500 employees and 13,000 customers, the cooperative operates in various agricultural sectors including seed, agronomy, energy, crop protection, precision agriculture, and custom application. As part of the GROWMARK System, which serves over 400,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada, GROWMARK FS focuses on providing high-quality products and services to its customers.

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 Operations Manager to ensure all equipment, rolling stock, and facilities are in good working order.
• Aids in the annual budget planning process.
• Sells to customers at the location or by phone.
• Prepares reports of business transactions and keeps expense accounts.
• Develops and implements business plans that maximize location profitability.
• Supports and contributes to total company goals and objectives through collaboration efforts.
• Maintains the assigned vehicle according to company standards, adheres to the uniform policy, and maintains the appropriate professional image.
• Follows GROWMARK’s 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Valid driver’s license, a satisfactory driving record, and ability to travel independently.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all applicable certifications, licenses, and permits.
• Ability to work extended hours and on-call as business conditions warrant.
• Prior understanding of GROWMARK agronomy and/or energy operations preferred.
• Exposure to extreme weather conditions, noisy conditions, working conditions including dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures, working at varying heights, lifting up to 70 lbs., and demonstrating essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making, and skill development.

Qualifications

At GROWMARK FS, we support the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a 401(k) plan with competitive company matching. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and parental leave, and access to a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for overall well-being. Our company is committed to providing a competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage of your career.

Benefits

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.