Location Manager - South Central FS, Inc. - Stewardson, IL

at GROWMARK, Inc. in Stewardson, Illinois, United States

Job Description

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 for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good. * PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT* Coordinate all sales, operations, public relations and control activities within the location in a profitable manner. Train, organize and direct employees in a fashion, which will generate and increase profitable sales and adequate levels of service. Cooperate with other supervisory personnel to ensure overall company growth. _ ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS_ Generate Profitable Sales * Generate new sales. * Maintain present business. * Maintain a current competitive analysis and report all potential competitor status changes to the Manager. * Develop marketing activities that include account acquisition in conjunction with sales people. Supervise the work force * Maintain up-to-date job descriptions and performance expectations. * Recruit and select qualified personnel. * Train, organize and direct the work force. * Appraise personnel performance. * Recommend salary adjustments and disciplinary action for personnel. * Monitor compliance of all safety activities and regulatory compliance. Operate at a profitable level * Control expenses. * Maintain price structure. * Control Shrinkage. * Maintain inventory levels within guidelines. * Maintain a current inventory in salable condition. Insure Adequate Service Levels * Supervise operational procedures. * Adequately maintain equipment and facilities. Perform public relations functions by maintaining contacts with Farm Bureau, FFA chapters, 4-H programs, ag related businesses and organizations. Develop and communicate all marketing plans and conduct all training necessary to implement those plans for your location, support company goals and objectives. _ REQUIREMENTS_ Directly supervise 5 to 15 employees. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. FS. Bringing You What’s Next. We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. 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.