Assistant Agribusiness Administrator

**Assistant Agribusiness Administrator**

**Position open**: November 3rd, 2023

**Position close**: November 30th, 2023

**Start date**: December 2023

**Position type**: Full-time

**Brief Description**

**Who Are We?**

Our family-owned and operated agricultural business embarked on its journey in Canada a decade ago, having immigrated from England. Since then, we at Rooke Farms have worked diligently to craft a shared vision for each of our family members. This vision has led to the establishment of a thriving and diverse agricultural enterprise, which encompasses a mixed grain and cattle farm including purebred and commercial livestock, custom farming services and as of the last year machinery sales. The diverse nature of our business gives the opportunity to experience a variety of administrative tasks daily.

**Key Responsibilities**:
To assist current members in the following
- **Data Management**: maintain and organize farm records, financial data and operational records. Utilizing software tools for record-keeping and reporting.
- **Inventory Management**: help to extensively manage a new inventory system of a variety of machinery parts.
- **Workshop Specific Admin**: ordering of parts, warranty claims, record or services.
- **Customer Relations**:assist in managing customer inquiries, scheduling services and maintaining positive customer relationships.
- **Employee Coordination**: assist in coordination of farm employees.
- **Documentation**: maintain accurate records for compliance and regulatory purposes.
- **Safety Compliance**: ensure that safety protocols and regulations are followed in the workplace to maintain a safe working environment.
- **Location**: will perform tasks from central office location in business workshop

**Qualifications and Requirements**
- Be self motivated and task oriented.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Fluency in English is mandatory.
- Previous administrative experience is preferred.
- Knowledge of agriculture and farming equipment if advantageous but not required.
- The ability to perform under high stress situations in a calm and effective manner is a must.

**Why Work with Us?**

Join our exciting team and work alongside our close-knit family that is passionate about what we do Rooke Farms consists of a team of individuals from around the world, bringing a wide range of skills and perspectives to the table, making every day a learning experience. You will be part of a company committed to delivering high-quality agricultural services across Southwestern Manitoba. We believe in creating an enjoyable and collaborative workplace where you can build lasting relationships with your colleagues. This role has the opportunity for growth within the position allowing you to expand your skills and career in the agricultural industry.

**How Do You Apply?**

**Position open**: November 3rd, 2023

**Position close**: November 30th, 2023

**Start date**: December 2023

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Front desk: 1 year (preferred)
- Administrative experience: 1 year (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Alexander, MB R0K 0A0 (required)

Work Location: In person