Farm Store Manager - EverGro - Orange, VA

The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability of the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and the greater good.

WHAT’S MY NEXT CAREER AS THE FARM STORE MANAGER GOING TO LOOK LIKE?

Your next career will be highlighted by:

• Oversee daily sales, retail, warehouse and overall performance of the store
• Implement merchandise and retail/sales strategies, lead customer support initiatives, train and supervise store team members
• Responsible for the growth and success of the store’s production and profitability efforts

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

As the Store Manager, you will be eligible for several benefits, including:

• Competitive Pay & Career Advancement
• Competitive 401k Company Match with Immediate Vesting
• Medical Options including Health Savings Account plans that include Employer Contributions
• Dental/Vision/Various Other Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Time Off, Volunteer Time, Company Paid Holidays
• Employee Discounts
• Company Cell Phone
• Tuition/Continued Learning Reimbursement
• Leadership Training and Development opportunities

WHAT CAN I EXPECT?

This position will be tasked with some of the following key objectives:

• Collaborate with store team to develop strategies for achieving daily/weekly/monthly sales goals
• Work with customers on concerns or challenges, as well as looking for opportunities for new accounts and market growth
• Implement and maintain staffing needs and scheduling
• Serve as subject matter expert for merchandise and services within the store
• Manage proper product usage, drive inventory counts and management of supplies – anticipating customer needs and market demands

Some positions will have the following work environment qualities.

• This position will predominantly be located inside of our store, but may work outdoors when assisting with the nursery or helping with the warehouse
• Ability to bend, stoop, lift, push and pull to help with product movement, as well as operating a pallet jack will be required
• For a full list of physical requirements, please reach out to our HR department

WHO WILL I BE WORKING FOR?

You will be working for a company rooted in the cooperative world, with history dating back to 1933, operating in the divisions of Agronomy, Energy, Animal Health and Farm Supplies. EverGRO Cooperative is built on the relationships we grow with our customers, without their support, business, and loyalty we would not be the successful Coop we are today!

EverGRO fosters an environment founded on the following values.

• Trust: we provide dependable & reliable services
• Quality Products: we offer a variety of reputable products
• Superior Customer Service: we strive to provide options & solutions to our customer’s challenges
• Growth & Development: we value the talent within our team & encourage their growth both professionally and personally

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

No matter the position, EverGRO will always be looking for candidates that are:

• Creative
• Adaptable
• Committed
• Passionate

For this role, we are looking for talent that can bring to the table the following.

A combination of completed coursework OR degree completion and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of years of experience or education required.

Required Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Experience:

• At least 5 years of retail management experience, preferably in agriculture or farm store operations, with specialized knowledge of related merchandise & services
• At least 5 years of experience in a demonstrated leadership position; direct supervision of a team
• Prefer at least 10 years in agriculture management, preferably in retail
• Prefer experience within agriculture, i.e., farming, growing, farm management, etc.
• Able and willing to work Saturdays when/if needed (especially during seasonal demands)
• A valid Driver’s License
• Willing to train and obtain Forklift Certification & Propane Dispensing through on the job training
• A passion and enthusiasm to work with our cooperative customers to help improve and overcome any challenges related to their needs
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• A knack for relationship building and problem-solving
• A desire to learn, grow and work as a cross-functional team member with other divisions

WHERE DO I BEGIN?

The first step is to complete our online application. We also encourage each applicant to attach a current resume. Your application will be reviewed by a member of our leadership team. If you look to be a good fit for the opportunity, you will be contacted for an initial phone interview.

We also encourage everyone to learn a bit more about EverGRO by visiting our website at, www.evergrofs.com and our Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/evergrocoop.

EverGRO Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against individuals based on their race, color, religion, or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws or regulations. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, functions and skills required for this job. Functions and requirements may change at any time with or without notice. This job description is a summary of essential job functions necessary for the satisfactory performance of this position.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable those with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Job functions may vary by location.