Manager Business Services

2 weeks ago


Lacombe, Canada Agriculture Financial Services Corporation Full time

At AFSC, we want to work with talented people from a wide range of backgrounds. We strive to create a psychologically safe environment where we can all be ourselves and perform to the best of our abilities. We care about each other, about Alberta and about agriculture. We are innovative, knowledgeable, and diverse and love what Albertan agriculture produces for people around the world. The perseverance and hard work we see from our clients inspires us to show that same work ethic in everything that we do. Working together, we grow and sustain the agriculture industry in Alberta.

Posting will close March 8, 2024.

This position is required to work in the Lacombe Central office.

However, periodically may be asked to work in other AFSC branches. Travel in these circumstances will be reimbursed according to AFSC’s Employee and Board of Directors Expense Policy.

Reporting to the Vice President People Services, the Manager of Business Services will play a pivotal role in our organization's operational excellence by overseeing three critical departments: Procurement, Property Management, and Fleet. This multifaceted role entails leadership, resource optimization, and process enhancement across these key functions.

What will your growth opportunities look like in this role?
In this dynamic role your leadership across Procurement, Property Management, and Fleet will not only position you at the heart of our operational excellence but also provide a broad platform for professional growth. You'll be empowered to innovate processes, lead cross-functional teams, and implement strategies that significantly impact our bottom line. As you excel in optimizing resources and enhancing efficiencies, you'll gain invaluable experience and visibility across the organization. This role is your chance to become a key player in our AFSC's success, setting a clear trajectory for continued career advancement and professional development.

What will you be responsible for?
As the Manager of Business Services, your primary accountabilities will revolve around supporting the development of and executing on comprehensive strategies that align with organizational objectives, ensuring cost-effectiveness and resource optimization. You will lead, mentor, and inspire cross-functional teams to foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence, driving process improvements, cost savings, and best practices within each department. Adhering to industry standards, regulations, and internal policies, while mitigating operational risks, will be essential to your role. You will also be responsible for managing budgets, allocating resources, and making data-driven decisions to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.
Additionally, you will cultivate and maintain transparent and ethically sound relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders to optimize procurement processes and property/fleet management. Your role will include other key responsibilities such as managing corporate insurance programs, negotiating contracts and leases for real estate requirements, overseeing building operations, grounds maintenance, and janitorial contracts, as well as managing fleet procurement, maintenance, and licensing.

What are we looking for from you?

What else is in it for you?
- Health, dental, and vision benefits on your first day of employment
- Health Spending Account
- Corporate functions
- Winter Holiday closure
- PSPP contributions
- Generous vacation and special leave days
- Health and wellness initiatives

**Qualifications**:

- College or Technical School diploma and Facility Management Professional (FMP) Designation or working towards such
- Minimum of 7 years operational management experience
- Previous property management and contract management experience would be an asset

About AFSC
For over 80 years Agriculture Financial Services (AFSC) has provided Alberta's agricultural producers and agribusinesses with loans, crop insurance and farm income disaster assistance. At AFSC, we’re proud of the work we do to help build a strong, growing and diversified agriculture and agri-food industry in Alberta. Many AFSC team members are also producers and know first-hand the challenges and rewards Alberta producers face.



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