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11/03/2016

CEO/General Manager

GreenStar Cooperative, Inc. in Greenford, Ohio

POSITION SUMMARY:

The GreenStar Cooperative, Inc., Greenford, Ohio is seeking a CEO/General Manager.  This supply cooperative is a produce supply cooperative in northeast Ohio with annual sales of $5 million. The ideal candidate will be proficient at problem solving, building successful customer relationships and possess a working knowledge of at least 3 – 5 years in Ag business including fruit handling and retail. Candidates must have a strong financial background with superior employee and customer relation skills, sales and marketing skills, leadership and financial skills. This position offers competitive salary and excellent employee benefits including health, dental coverage, retirement, vacation and sick leave.

The GreenStar Cooperative, Inc. is financially sound and has a strong agricultural history in Salem Ohio and surrounding areas. This is a produce supply cooperative that has controlled atmosphere storage for apples and supplies products for roadside markets. They distribute high quality, unique specialty food products as well as fertilizer and crop protection products to their growers.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • The CEO/General Manager position will report directly to a seven member Board of Directors.
  • Provide outstanding leadership by creating new ideas, developing customer relationships, providing competitive products and services while ensuring a financially successful company.
  • Establish and maintain the annual strategic financial objectives, goals and budget.
  • Implement programs, and recommend new products and services.
  • Manage accounting functions.
  • Manage accounts receivable, aging and risk management reporting.
  • Select, manage and develop team of employees.
  • Implement effective internal controls for financial and accounting processes.
  • Create and implement policies, process and solutions as directed by the Board.
  • Support new and innovative business solutions from conception to deployment.

MINIMUM/REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 3-5 years’ experience working as a Location Manager, Department Manager and/or General Manager in Ag business, produce experience helpful.
  • Strong work ethic and ability to jump in to any situation and lend a hand.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred and /or a combination of education and experience
  • Cooperative experience
  • Visionary and planning skills

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

GreenStar Cooperative, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive salary and benefits. For more information about the organization and position, please contact Dave Lemmon at David.lemmon@chsinc.com or (320) 219-0270.  

Interested applicants should apply online.

Job Link: http://tinyurl.com/jk4hota

Deadline for applications:  December 20, 2016

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