COO - Gpac

Gpac has partnered with a leading ag company looking to add a COO to their team in Central Kansas area. This position will oversee and direct the operations for the grain division of the company.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure proper management of resources and the distribution of goods and services 
• Ensure strategies are implemented and in compliance with regulatory bodies
• Create strategic plans for the company
• Oversee the development and implementation of sales and marketing plans
• Provide leadership in achieving profit objectives
• Work closely with others to ensure the company’s objectives and mission are completed
• Supervise the establishment and implementation of service and quality standards
• Certify that appropriate internal systems, policies, procedures and controls are in place
• Maintain consistent and effective communications with the chief executive officer and implement the CEO’s directives
• Allocate resources for managers such as funds, labor and equipment
• Carry out company business plans 
• Advise and support senior management team with financial planning, budgeting and decision making
• Project Management/Capital Projects
• Fleet Management
• Training and Support for employees

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree; or combination of education and experience in operations management within the agriculture industry, or other related field.
• Knowledge and experience in the grain industry.
• 5+ years of progressive leadership in an agriculture operations environment leading a team.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time.
• Willingness to travel 

Pay:

• $100-$140K base + bonus potential
• Company vehicle, laptop and cell phone

Please submit a resume for consideration. Only those qualified applicants with a provided resume will be contacted. If you would like to learn more about Ag opportunities, contact Mandi Kuehl with gpac at mandi.kuehl@gogpac.com or call 605-681-2031.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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