Agro Manager

What you’ll do :

As the Agronomist, you will be responsible for the planning and day-to-day operations of the Agro Department, delivering world-class customer service. You will :

• Provide leadership, operational direction and oversight to the Agro Centre operations, programs, and policies to meet budgeted goals and objectives.
• Be responsible for the marketing and merchandise of the Ag Centre.
• Oversee the completion and follow through of all safety and environmental policies and procedures and ensure standards are achieved.
• Prepare, administer, and achieve budgeted goals.
• Provide leadership to the team, including recruitment, goal setting, performance management, training and development.
• Build and maintain relationships with current and future customers and promote the Co-op’s services and products.
• Make recommendations on products, services, and programs to meet and exceed customer needs.
• Be proactively involved in the business decision-making process of key customers.
• Provide learning opportunities to customers that will provide value-added tools and resources to their business.
• Stay up to date on current and future agricultural trends.
• Create and implement strategies for growth opportunities and market development.
• Assist with inventory management, ensuring inventory is in place to match demand.

Who you’ll work with :

The Team : You will report to the Agro Division Manager and lead a team of ag professionals. Together you will provide our communities and customers with the best service and products.

The Community : Situated along the western Saskatchewan border, Macklin offers all the essentials to rural living. With access to health care, schools, and a multitude of recreational activities, you will have everything you need right here!

Why it matters :

Unlike traditional businesses, we're owned by our members the same people who use our products and services. When we are profitable, our member-owners and their communities benefit.

This unique business model sets us apart and makes us truly different.

Working at Co-op gives you the opportunity to do work that truly matters. Our commitment to our members and the community means we strive to make a positive impact every day.

We believe that our success should be shared, and we work hard to create value for our communities.

Who you are :

You are passionate about Agriculture and making a difference in the community and you :

• Have a degree or diploma in Agriculture or a combination of education and experience.
• Have your Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) of PAg designation or are willing to pursue the designation. Assistance will be provided to pursue the designation.
• You are honest, trustworthy, results-oriented, and strive to be the best in what you do.
• You believe in collaboration, building relationships, and value the perspectives of others.

What we offer :

• Competitive salary, including eligibility to participate in Delta Co-op’s bonus program
• Extended Health Care, Dental, Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Employer Matched Pension Plan
• Opportunities for career growth and development, including assistance with continued education
• Opportunity for relocation assistance for the right candidate

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience.

If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us via All information received will be kept confidential.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted. FCLHP

The Co-operative Retailing System embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re working to create a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve and an environment where every team member brings their whole self to work.

We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process.