Grain Location Manager

Landus

Boone, IA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Agriculture, Budget Management, Budgeting, Corporate Policies, Corrective Action, Customer Experience, Detail Oriented, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Financial Planning, Forecasting, Grain Origination, Inventory Reports, Inventory Transactions, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Merchandising, Operational Communications, Operational Expenditure (OPEX), Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, People Management, Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Profit & Loss, Profit & Loss Management, Record Keeping, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Resolve Customer Issues, Resource Management, Schedule Development, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management, Variance Analysis

LOCATION

Boone, IA

POSTED

4 days ago

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

About the Company

Landus

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