Grain Location Manager

Description

Role Summary

The Location Manager is accountable for the day-to-day operation, safety, and performance of a group of grain facilities, including one primary location and associated seasonal sites. This role ensures reliable execution at the local level delivering safe operations, strong service to farmer-owners and efficient grain handling.

Core Responsibilities:

Facility Operations

• •Lead all day-to-day operations of assigned facilities, including grain handling, storage and shipment
• •Ensure facilities are operationally ready for seasonal demand, including harvest
• •Maintain equipment, infrastructure and site conditions to support safe and efficient operations
• •Coordinate staffing and resources across primary and seasonal locations

Safety & Compliance

• •Own safety performance at all assigned locations
• •Ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements and company policies
• •Actively reinforce safe behaviors and address risks immediately

Customer Experience

• •Serve as the primary point of contact for farmer-owners at the local level
• •Deliver consistent, reliable service during both peak and non-peak periods
• •Resolve customer issues quickly and effectively

Execution of Commercial Strategy

• •Partner with merchandising teams to execute grain origination, storage and movement plans
• •Ensure accurate and timely handling of grain transactions and inventory
• •Support communication of programs and offerings to customers

Team Leadership

• •Lead and develop location employees, including seasonal staff
• •Set clear expectations and ensure accountability for performance and behavior
• •Foster a culture of teamwork, ownership, and operational discipline

Operational Discipline

• •Maintain accurate records, inventory integrity and operational reporting
• •Follow standardized processes while adapting to local operational needs
• •Identify and communicate operational issues or improvement opportunities

Profit & Loss (P&L) Responsibility

• •Own full P&L for the location, including revenue, labor, and operating expenses
• •Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans aligned with company targets
• •Monitor financial performance against budget; analyze variances and implement corrective actions
• •Identify opportunities to improve margins and operational efficiency

Decision Rights & Scope

• •Accountable for day-to-day operational decisions at assigned facilities
• •Responsible for profitability and customer experience
• •Manages staffing, scheduling and local resource allocation
• •Escalates major operational, safety or customer issues to Regional Grain Manager

Requirements

Qualifications

• •3–7+ years of experience in grain operations or agriculture-related field
• •Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred
• •Strong operational mindset with attention to detail
• •Ability to work in seasonal, fast-paced environments

Success Profile

• •Reliable, hands-on operator who leads from the front
• •Strong problem solver with practical judgment
• •Builds trust with both team and customers
• •Executes consistently under pressure