ROMA
SALE MANAGER
QLD
Managing the sale of over 1.5 million head of cattle and over 2 million sheep each year, Outcross Agri-Services operate at some of the largest selling centres in Australia including Casino, Roma, Dubbo, Blackall, Wagga, Forbes, Yass, Mortlake, Hamilton and Moss Vale.
Job Type:
Full-Time
Remuneration:
Salary package to be negotiated with suitable applicant
Start:
Hiring Now
Expires:
Until position filled
Job Description:
The Sale Manager is responsible for managing current contracts, maintaining relationships within the industry, and supporting future opportunities that may arise within the industry.
This involves having a solid understanding of livestock and saleyard procedures, understanding software features and functionality, having a strong ability to problem solve, having skills in communicating effectively with the team, and being able to implement WHS policies and procedures.
The Sale Manager will be based at Roma, QLD, however, may be required to travel to other saleyards throughout QLD, as well as occasional interstate trips to assist NSW or Victoria teams and to further operational knowledge.
The Sale Manager will have opportunities for career progression within Outcross Agri-Services, and will be looked upon to take on increased responsibility as opportunities emerge.
Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities:
Manage Sales
Possess the ability to organise and manage staff to complete required tasks
Communicate effectively with members of the team to ensure all members have a sound understanding of tasks to be completed.
Communicate effectively with clients to ensure the required tasks are completed
Ability to problem solve discrepancies
Reporting results and feedback to senior staff
Administration
Accurate recording and reporting of information including; sale day data entry, spell cattle movements, payroll information and general tasks.
Working with State Manager to create a staff roster that helps manage fatigue
Client Satisfaction
Capable to work as part of a team to complete jobs to a high standard
Possess skills to train and improve productivity among team members
Maintain a high level of morale among team members
Have the leadership skills to manage multiple teams
Capable of planning and logistics, and communicating plans to staff
Demonstrate the ability to grow into more responsibility if/when necessary
Support Business Operations
Be available to travel to regions outside main employment to gain understanding of business operations. This may include participation in assisting at sales in other states or representation at industry events.
Livestock Handling
Strong capabilities in Livestock Handling, including counting stock, identifying animal welfare issues, low stress handling techniques.
Ability to learn skills and to train staff
Job Requirements:
Qualification in Agriculture or a Business-related area
Prior exposure to livestock or the agricultural industry is highly desirable
Good communication and relationship-building skills
Knowledge of saleyards and their related processes
Willingness to learn processes and understand procedures
Understanding of how technology is used in a livestock environment
Organised and proficient in time-management
Strong problem-solving skills
Strong leadership skills
Motivated to learn and expand on skills.
Job Benefits:
Outcross are committed to the Professional Development of our staff, we encourage staff to participate in programs that enable them to enhance their skill set and experience across the industry.
Current Outcross bases are Roma (QLD), Casino (NSW), Yass (NSW) and Mortlake (Victoria). Outcross have a wide range of contracts throughout QLD, NSW, Victoria, and NT. Completion of these contracts involves teamwork to ensure jobs are adequately staffed and provides opportunities for staff to experience different regions of Australia.
Progression within the business is encouraged, and opportunities will be available in the form of new contracts and the evolving landscape of the industry and the business.
If this is something that interests you and you have the relevant skills and experience, please email your resume along with 2 contactable references to Mark Buttenshaw at jobs@outcross.com.au or call 0427 866 638 for more information.
PLEASE NOTE:
This is a permanent position and is NOT open to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers).
Applications without required skills and experience listed in the ad will not be considered.
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