Agriculture Retail Manager

Holland Code:

Persuade

People are always going to go shopping. A lot of our effort is just "how do we make the retail experience a great one?"

Phillip Green

In A Nutshell

I run the day-to-day operations of a store that sells farming products, like animal feed, seeds, crop protection products, and fertilizer.

I manage employees and make sure the store is stocked with the products farmers need.

I handle customer questions and concerns to ensure a positive experience for everyone who shops with us.

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Potential Salary Range

$38,000 - 50,000 Annually

Which provinces would this job be in?

Alberta

British Columbia

Manitoba

New Brunswick

Newfoundland & Labrador

Nova Scotia

Nunavut

NWT

Northwest Territories

Ontario

PEI

Prince Edward Island

Quebec

Saskwatchewan

Yukon Territories

I spend a lot of time in the office planning, making calls, and managing budgets. But the best part of my job is training staff and talking with customers in the store or helping them load up their purchases. I enjoy being part of a team that supports farmers and helps them get the supplies they need to succeed.

Workplace

Indoor / Outdoor

Job Requirements & Duties

Hire and train new staff to meet company goals and farm customers’ needs
Oversee budgets and adjust purchasing and spending to keep the store running smoothly
Maintain accurate financial records and inventory reports
Handle customer concerns to make sure they feel heard and supported
Manage employee issues, including addressing behavior that goes against company policies
Communicate with head office to ensure the store aligns with company goals and values

Education & Training

A university degree in business or a related field can be helpful, but some stores only require a high school diploma and several years of sales or management experience.

Job Outlook

The job outlook is fair, with roughly the same number of opportunities as people to fill them.

Related School Subjects

Ed. Prof. et Tech.

English Language Arts

Career Education

What words come to mind when thinking about this career?

Service Organization Management

Important Skills

Customer Service

I make sure every customer from farmers to gardeners feels supported and heard by helping them find the right tools, products, and advice for their agricultural needs.

Coaching & Mentoring

I coach my team and support customers by sharing product knowledge, offering advice, and helping them make informed decisions that lead to success in agriculture.

Planning

I plan inventory by working with vendors and tracking demand so we always have the right amount of stock to meet customer needs without creating waste.

Conflict Resolution

I solve problems calmly and fairly so both customers and staff feel respected and the store stays a positive place to work and shop.

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The Best Things About This Job Are…

Helps Others

Working With A Team

Problem Solving

Has Business Perks

Opportunities for Advancement & Promotion

References

AITC Canada

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