Agronomy & Feed Division Manager

Midwest Co-op is currently accepting resumes for the position of Agronomy & Feed Division Manager. Under the direction of the General Manager, the Agronomy and Feed Manager is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational performance, and growth of the organization’s Agronomy and Feed divisions. This role drives profitability through effective procurement, cost distribution, price management, marketing initiatives, innovation, and business development.

The Agronomy and Feed Manager ensures that both divisions deliver exceptional value to progressive crop and livestock producers while maintaining compliance, safety, and operational excellence.

• Provides leadership to Agronomy Branch Managers, Agronomy Sales & Marketing Manager, and Feed Division personnel.

• Guides the management team in delivering high- quality sales and service for agronomy and feed products, programs, and solutions.
• Fosters a collaborative, accountable, and customer-focused culture across both divisions.

• Oversees all agronomy and feed assets within the territory, including trucks, field equipment, blending facilities, warehouses, feed storage, and handling systems.
• Establishes and maintains proactive maintenance programs for all facilities, equipment, and vehicles to ensure safety, reliability, and a strong company image.
• Ensures proper inventory management, product quality, and operational efficiency across both divisions.
• Supports feed procurement, formulation oversight (as applicable), and coordination with nutrition teams or external partners.

• Prepares annual business plans for both agronomy and feed divisions, including sales targets, margin projections, expense budgets, and capital/repair requirements.
• Monitors financial performance and implements strategies to achieve growth and profitability goals.
• Assists the AR department in managing accounts receivable and ensuring responsible customer account management.

• Provides market intelligence, including customer gains/losses, competitive activity, and emerging trends in agronomy and feed markets.
• Identifies and develops new business opportunities within the territory to support growth among progressive crop and livestock producers.
• Establishes “most wanted” customer lists and ensures consistent, organized sales activity across the territory.
• Supports marketing initiatives, product launches, and promotional strategies for both agronomy and feed portfolios.

• Ensures all staff work in a safe and healthy environment and that all legislated and company policies are followed.
• Confirms that all required licenses, permits, and certifications are current and compliant.
• Maintains documentation with outside contractors and ensures adherence to regulatory system requirements across agronomy and feed operations.
• Stays current with legislative changes, industry standards, and best practices in agronomy, feed production, and product distribution.

• Ensures accurate and timely reporting, documentation, and administrative procedures for both divisions.
• Oversees branch managers to ensure compliance with internal systems, regulatory frameworks, and operational standards.

• Represents the company professionally in all interactions, maintaining a positive personal image and a well-kept company vehicle.
• Participates in industry meetings, local events, and producer activities to strengthen relationships and promote company leadership.
• Builds strong inter-branch relationships and contributes to company-wide objectives, customer service excellence, and employee engagement.

• Follow the Occupational Health and Safety act (OHSA) for supervisors: ensure that a worker complies with the Act and regulations; ensure that any equipment, protective device or clothing required by the employer is used or worn by the worker; advise a worker of any potential or actual health or safety dangers known by the supervisor; if prescribed, provide a worker with…