Location Operations Manager (Billings, MT)

Do you have a solid understanding of the Agricultural industry and its functions? Do you have at least five years' experience in distribution with a demonstrated track record in management? Do you have experience creating a culture of safety? If you said yes to these questions, consider a career with Wilbur-Ellis!

For over a century, Wilbur-Ellis has experienced success and growth in marketing and distributing agricultural products and services. Join us and grow your career with a strong and profitable industry leader offering competitive compensation, tremendous growth and development opportunities, and a people-first work environment. Come grow with us!

General Purpose and Scope of Position:

The Location Operations Manager directly manages the work and interaction of support groups within the location. With a focus on safety, compliance, and customer service, the Location Operations Manager oversees all daily functions within a specified location. This would include warehousing, distribution, production plants (fertilizer, manufacturing), dispatch, purchasing, administration, DOT operations, location employee development, safety programs, and directing all company initiatives within the location. It is the responsibility of the Operations Manager to ensure each group operates efficiently to achieve their goals and interacts effectively with the other operation groups within the facility.

Key Skills and Abilities Include:

• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Establish and maintain a culture of safety that features respect for fellow employees, the public, and the environment
• Ability to be a change agent with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Experience in warehousing and distribution with a demonstrated track record in management
• Proficient in all Microsoft office applications
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Agriculture or Business related field is preferred

Key Personal Attributes Include:

• Detail and accuracy orientation with an ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Good interpersonal and team-building skills with a positive attitude and ability to establish relationships with location personnel, peers, and customers
• Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to lead and influence
• Understands and maintains confidentiality

Specific Responsibilities and Key Deliverables Include:

• Responsible for managing operations at the location including management of support personnel, operational oversight, and customer service
• Coordinate all support resources for the location to ensure compliance with Wilbur Ellis safety, regulatory, credit, and other policies
• Support programs to establish Wilbur Ellis as a leading provider of agronomic products
• Operations management oversight of the location
• Update and maintain accurate job descriptions for facility roles
• Recruit and hire new employees as required
• As part of an overall performance management plan, conduct annual performance reviews with direct reports
• Provide coaching and feedback to employees as required throughout the year
• Ensure that all direct reports are properly trained in their necessary duties and suggest training to improve required job skills
• Address poor performance with progressive discipline and use of performance improvement plans
• Promote a positive work environment and overall employee morale
• Present a professional image through personal appearance and overall facility cleanliness
• Attend EHSS training sessions and meetings when necessary
• Comply with all Wilbur-Ellis safety and regulatory procedures
• Other duties as required and assigned

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive annual salary (to be determined based on experience and other factors)
• Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, Employee Assistance Program, vacation, sick time, life insurance, + more); pension plan, 401k match up to 3%
• Drug-Free Workplace

If you are currently a Wilbur-Ellis employee, please notify your Manager prior to applying for this position. Thank you!

COMPANY CULTURE:

Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employer

Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed, specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific.

Wilbur-Ellis is for and about people

Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other.

Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry's best workforce

Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting a broad range of career opportunities from within. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

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