Careers In Agriculture | Ag Careers | Australia

Branch Manager / Operations Manager

As a Branch Manager or Operations Manager, you’ll be leading a team in one of the coolest industries around – modern farming.

Whether it’s organising the latest GPS-guided tractors or overseeing cutting-edge equipment, you’re the captain of a fast-paced ship. You’ll be managing people, finances, and helping the farming community succeed. It’s leadership and strategy, but with hands-on action that goes way beyond the office.

Alternative Job Titles 

  • Operations Supervisor
  • Operations Manager
  • Agricultural Branch Manager
  • Branch Sales Manager

Tasks 

  • Lead a team of talented individuals to collectively promote products and meet sales targets for your branch.
  • Manage sales, marketing and distribution of agricultural tech like GPS equipment and farm machinery.
  • Keep everything running smoothly – from money to machinery.
  • Build great relationships with farmers and suppliers.

Study Pathways  

A Bachelor Degree or higher in a related field such as Business Management will always be well regarded, however sometimes relevant experience or on-the-job training can see someone work their way up to this role, having started in Retail Sales, for example.

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Soft Skills 

  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Time Management
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Computer Skills

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