HUB Manager - Insight FS - Arlington/Marshall, WI

Insight FS is headquartered in Jefferson, Wisconsin with 23 branches across the state and upper peninsula of Michigan. Insight FS has 430+ employees (including seasonal workers) and approximately 50,000 customers. The cooperative does business in agronomy, agri-finance, precision agriculture, nutrient management, energy, feed, grain, and turf. Insight FS is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative serving more than 100,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada.

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Reporting to an Area Operations Manager, directs and coordinates the operational activities of assigned locations to obtain and maintain optimum use of equipment, personnel and facilities to encourage growth, customer satisfaction and regulatory compliance to achieve established financial goals.  

SUPERVISION AND LEADERSHIP

Supervises, leads and develops all assigned personnel by setting performance expectations, providing feedback and actively maintaining performance management standards. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Reporting to Area Operations Manager or Operations Manager. 

Oversight of all operations for those branches/locations assigned.

Supervises and monitors product ordering, inventory control, shipping/receiving, and product delivery and application. 

Collaborates with the Area Operations Manager to ensure all equipment, rolling stock, and facilities are in good working order and assist with developing strategies for efficient and timely replacement of equipment.

Recommends capital expenditures for new equipment and facility upgrades to increase efficiency and services to management. 

Ensures efficient use of equipment, personnel and facilities, including directing the movement of custom application equipment, tractors and tendering equipment as needed.

Reviews operating costs, product quality, and modifies operation and inventory control programs to
maintain and enhance profitable operations.

Coordinates the personnel staffing of assigned locations in order to sustain profitable operations.  

Ensures all employees are trained to meet state, federal and company regulatory and safety criteria.

Coordinates plans to comply with state and federal requirements on environmental issues and D.O.T. regulations.

Coordinates implementation of preventative maintenance program for equipment and facilities, ensuring all are in good working order.

Approves requests for equipment, materials and supplies within limits authorized.

Coordinates administrative processing of inventory, shrink reconciliation and customer billing in a timely and efficient manner according to company policies and procedures. 

Assists in selling to customers.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Supports and contributes to total company goals and objectives through collaboration efforts.

Responsible for maintaining assigned vehicle to company standards, adheres to 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.

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.

Ability to work extended hours and on-call as business conditions warrant

Prefer an understanding of GROWMARK agronomy and/or energy operations.

Prefer home residence within 60 miles (one hour) radius of the assigned area’s main office or hub location.

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.

We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment is 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.