Branch Manager (Agriculture) - Central Ontario FS - Drayton, ON

Central Ontario FS, a division of GROWMARK, Inc., is a great company to work for, large enough to offer solid career opportunities and great benefits, but with a friendly, personal feel. 

At Central Ontario FS, we specialize in agronomy, energy products and grain marketing.  We are driven to deliver innovative solutions to help improve the profitability of our customers and farmer owners.

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for driving operational excellence and achieving profit objectives? Do you have a strong background in sales, team leadership, customer service, and financial management? If so, we’d love to speak with you!

We are looking for a Branch Manager who will lead a team to success while driving profitable sales, implementing efficient processes, and ensuring operational success.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Manage day-to-day operations, ensuring all staff are technically competent, industry knowledgeable, and customer focused.
• Achieve sales and profit objectives through sales strategies, cost control measures, and effective use of capital and human resources.
• Create efficient processes to improve customer service, administration, and operations.
• Oversee the maintenance, safety, and operation of all equipment and assets related to the location.
• Develop and manage the annual operating budget in collaboration with management, including sales and service revenue targets, operational costs, and staffing plans.
• Maintain a solid understanding of industry trends and products to advise customers and employees effectively.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including licenses, certifications, and safety standards.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• Proven leadership experience, including hiring, supervising, and developing staff.
• Strong organizational, financial, and operational management skills.
• Experience in sales and the ability to develop effective sales strategies.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures and operational safety practices.
• Familiarity with industry products, services, and market trends.
• Ability to meet or exceed financial and operational objectives.
• Strong communication skills to build relationships with customers, staff, and suppliers.
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems, multitask, and manage time effectively.
• Commitment to safety and compliance with industry regulations.

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE

• We value relationships and people first and foremost.

• We are a company that give back to the community.
• We emphasize sustainability practices and stewardship of our resources.
• We enjoy access to in-house training and leadership development opportunities.
• We ensure that employee health and wellness matters to us!
• We offer a robust benefits package including generous RRSP programs and Paid Time Off, including paid Volunteer time (Full-Time only)

WHAT YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT US

• Central Ontario FS is a retail division of GROWMARK, INC. serves local producers across Central and Southern Ontario. We provide leading-edge agronomic products & solutions, including precision ag services delivered by a skilled team of professionals.

• Our average full-time tenure is 12 years, with 20% of our full-timers having more than 25 years of service.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.