Regional Operations Manager Mountain West

Location:

Caldwell, ID, US, 83607-9211

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. The J.R. Simplot Company is a true farm-to-table company with operations that touch every aspect of agriculture, including seed production, farming and ranching, plant sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, commercial product development, and distribution.

Summary

The Regional Operations Manager will lead the operational aspects of a geographical area with multiple locations. This will include managing the people and assets in a manner that efficiently supports the Profit and Loss efforts in the area. Responsible for administration, inventory control, safety, DOT requirements and managing capital for their assigned locations.

The highly preferred candidate will live in the Treasure Valley or Magic Valley.

Key Responsibilities

• Drives strategy and tactical delivery with regards to staffing patterns, budgeting, inventory control, expense control, operations, equipment and facility improvements, record keeping, and asset sharing etc.
• Provides direction and leadership oversight to administrative processes and staff within region, leveraging a standard and consistent approach to administrative processes.
• Provides oversight to assigned locations for multiple processes, to include Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable and Credit. Establish and maintain standards that customer accounts are reconciled, and customer inquiries are handled timely with exceptional customer service. Partners with Location Managers in actively developing process improvements to help support business and Area overall goals and objectives.
• Ensures compliance with environmental, Company safety issues and DOT requirements.
• Directly or indirectly supervises all operational & administrative employees within the region in order to support the sales/marketing function of the business.
• Will manage the capital investments of the area to maximize productivity in supporting the sales and marketing function.
• Coordinates, manages and communicates operational, environmental, safety, security, human resource, legal and risk management strategies and activities to ensure performance and compliance. Provides training for administrative and operations teams within assigned area to achieve operational excellence for both internal and external customers.

Typical Education

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from 4 year college or university (Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered for meeting the minimum requirements of the roles).

Relevant Experience

• Demonstrated focus on meeting customer expectations and working to deliver excellent customer service.
• Knowledge of the Agriculture Industry and the various products and equipment that support the sales effort.
• Financial acumen required.
• Ability to become familiar with industry related software.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Also, knowledgeable in the agricultural technology area.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to lead, communicate and motivate teams.
• Minimum of 5 years of similar experience in the agriculture industry.
• Skills: Ability to effectively manage people, assets, and the shipping and receiving of necessary products in order to support the Sales function.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Creative problem solver.
• Ability to manage inventory control functions to control inventory loss.

Job Requisition ID: 14573

Travel Required: Up to 50%

Location(s): SGS Retail West Canyon - Caldwell

Country: United States

• The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. **