What are the responsibilities and job description for the Branch Manager position at AGI - Ag Growth International?
Position Title: Branch Manager
Department: Warehouse
Location: Grand Island, NE
About AGI
AGI is a global food-based infrastructure company publicly traded in Canada. With over 3,800 employees and over 30 global manufacturing brands, AGI is a leading provider of equipment and technology solutions for agricultural commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain and feed systems and an expanding platform for food processing facilities.
The Opportunity
The Branch Manager will be charged with developing, overseeing, and providing support of the warehouse’s operations. Additionally, they will coordinate warehouse activities and perform the liaison function with sales and multiple locations to provide forecasts and communications of manufacturing and product needs. Collaborating to create and implement warehouse procedures for overall inventory operations will be key in driving maximum efficiency and effectiveness. The Branch Manager will provide direction and resolution for escalated customer inquiries ensuring deadlines meet customer demand. Lastly, they will work with their leader to manage the safety environment and any associated repairs for the facility and equipment.
Responsibilities
The Branch Manager will provide leadership and day to day supervision as it relates to Inventory, final assembly, delivery, and distribution including but not limited to the following:
We’re leading the way in global food supply chain solutions and here’s how:
We’re the leading global expert in providing farmers, processors and commercial customers with the right equipment and customized engineering solutions to produce, protect and deliver the world’s grain, fertilizer, seed, feed and food supplies. Dedicated to safety, innovation and customization, AGI offers one of the largest catalogs of equipment and full-service planning and engineering services for the storage, blending, mixing, conveying, conditioning, and processing of agricultural products worldwide. Supported by an extensive in-country sales and service team, AGI provides a global distribution network and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Brazil, India, France, and Italy.
Our Culture
Safety and teamwork are the cornerstones of our global culture. In all aspects of our business, diverse and inclusive teams work together to deliver quality products, solutions, and services for our customers around the world.
Our Benefits
Our competitive salaries, benefits packages, and employee share purchase plan help you take care of your family. Professional development activities keep you learning and involved, offering many opportunities to grow and advance your career.
With AGI, you’re choosing an employer dedicated to strengthening and securing the global food supply chain.
AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.
Department: Warehouse
Location: Grand Island, NE
About AGI
AGI is a global food-based infrastructure company publicly traded in Canada. With over 3,800 employees and over 30 global manufacturing brands, AGI is a leading provider of equipment and technology solutions for agricultural commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain and feed systems and an expanding platform for food processing facilities.
The Opportunity
The Branch Manager will be charged with developing, overseeing, and providing support of the warehouse’s operations. Additionally, they will coordinate warehouse activities and perform the liaison function with sales and multiple locations to provide forecasts and communications of manufacturing and product needs. Collaborating to create and implement warehouse procedures for overall inventory operations will be key in driving maximum efficiency and effectiveness. The Branch Manager will provide direction and resolution for escalated customer inquiries ensuring deadlines meet customer demand. Lastly, they will work with their leader to manage the safety environment and any associated repairs for the facility and equipment.
Responsibilities
The Branch Manager will provide leadership and day to day supervision as it relates to Inventory, final assembly, delivery, and distribution including but not limited to the following:
- Manage shift start up, operating and shutting down procedures in a timely & efficient manner to meet production requirements.
- Oversee the assembly, repair, and maintenance of all products, including installation of new equipment and preventative maintenance.
- Organize, supervise, lead, and train employees to complete projects within established guidelines and timeframe.
- Complete performance appraisals and disciplinary action when necessary. Provide training and delegation as needed.
- Coordinate activities/schedules on major projects and assists in testing of new technologies.
- Ensure goals are met relating to internal and external customer satisfaction, inventory turns/stock levels, and inventory management.
- Coordinate inventory replenishment, disbursements, statistical analysis and forecasting of inventory levels; plans and controls inventory layout and flow of operations.
- Identify and develop innovative lean manufacturing resources to provide for more efficient production processes.
- Ensure month-end processing is completed and assist with preparation of monthly financial statements and year-end audits.
- Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Industrial Technology, or equivalent professional and educational experience.
- 3-5 years progressive leadership experience required, with at least 2 of those years leading warehouse or manufacturing operations.
- Have 3 years experience in the manufacturing principles of Six-Sigma, Quality Assurance, Safety and Lean Manufacturing.
- Possess a valid state driver’s license
- Microsoft Office, Outlook, Salesforce and M2M (or other ERP system).
We’re leading the way in global food supply chain solutions and here’s how:
We’re the leading global expert in providing farmers, processors and commercial customers with the right equipment and customized engineering solutions to produce, protect and deliver the world’s grain, fertilizer, seed, feed and food supplies. Dedicated to safety, innovation and customization, AGI offers one of the largest catalogs of equipment and full-service planning and engineering services for the storage, blending, mixing, conveying, conditioning, and processing of agricultural products worldwide. Supported by an extensive in-country sales and service team, AGI provides a global distribution network and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Brazil, India, France, and Italy.
Our Culture
Safety and teamwork are the cornerstones of our global culture. In all aspects of our business, diverse and inclusive teams work together to deliver quality products, solutions, and services for our customers around the world.
Our Benefits
Our competitive salaries, benefits packages, and employee share purchase plan help you take care of your family. Professional development activities keep you learning and involved, offering many opportunities to grow and advance your career.
With AGI, you’re choosing an employer dedicated to strengthening and securing the global food supply chain.
AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.
