- Location:
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Teeswater (N0G 2S0) - Ontario, Canada
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Type:
- Permanent
- Main Industry:
- Search Engineering Jobs
- Other Industries & Skills:
- Advertising, Marketing & PR Information Technology, Purchasing & Supply Chain, Science
- Advertiser:
- GROWMARK, Inc.
- Job ID:
- 132292255
- Posted On:
- 25 September 2025
Midwest Co-operative Services Inc. was formed on September 1, 2022, through the merger of two long-standing co-ops: Huron Bay Co-operative Inc. and North Wellington Co-operative Services Inc. Together, we operate 12 retail stores, 4 cardlock fuel stations, 4 agronomy centers, and our head office located in Teeswater. This network enables us to serve our members with a level of service that sets us apart from the competition.
Midwest Co-operative Services Inc. is a Member/ Owner of Growmark Inc.— Growmark is a large regional co-operative situated in the U.S. supplying agronomy inputs and petroleum products to its membership throughout the United States and Ontario.
The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good.
Purpose and Summary Statement
Under the direction of the Board of Directors, responsible for providing leadership, direction, and oversight to business operations, employees, equipment, and facilities. Ensures financial health, well-being, and profitable growth in alignment with board policies and practices.
Supervision and Leadership
Supervises, develops, and leads staff members, fostering motivation, leadership, and effective communication.
Essential Job Functions
• Lead strategic planning and execution of short- and long-term objectives.
• Develop and evaluate business strategies and operations for alignment with organizational goals.
• Manage human capital including recruitment, training, evaluation, retention, and succession planning.
• Drive profitability through performance and productivity improvements.
• Establish internal reporting and metrics to measure performance.
• Assess and enhance marketing strategies.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, credit management, and asset procurement.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Report financial, operational, personnel, and marketing activities to the board.
Other Job Functions
• Promote a professional image and cooperative business practices.
• Implement employee training and education programs.
• Adhere to Code of Conduct, Corporate Compliance, and safety regulations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 10+ years in leadership and management.
• Strong financial and credit management skills.
• Experience with lenders, investors, and board relations.
• Proven sales growth and earnings achievement.
• Agricultural and agronomy knowledge preferred.
• Technological proficiency and strategic thinking.
• Ability to work under pressure, multitask, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated perseverance and change implementation.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel.
• Willingness to participate in required training.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.
