Job Description

Department: Operations - Alberta

Employment Type: Full-Time

Requisition ID: 1896

Position Title: Future Field Leader Trainee

Reports To: Designated Manager

Department: Operations

Program Overview

The Future Field Leader Program is designed to develop well-rounded leaders through hands-on experience across UFA Farm Store operations and key business departments. Participants complete structured rotations in retail, yard operations, receiving, logistics, and supporting corporate departments.

Throughout the program, participants will:

• Build knowledge of products, inventory flow, and operational processes
• Gain experience with retail systems, documentation, and procedures
• Develop communication, teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Learn best practices in safety, compliance, merchandising, and customer service
• Receive ongoing coaching, feedback, and exposure to frontline leadership

Successful completion of the program helps prepare participants for future leadership opportunities, including Assistant Store Manager, Yard Manager, and other field leadership roles. Placement into a specific position is not guaranteed and will depend on individual performance, business needs, and available opportunities.

Who This Program Is For

This program is designed for individuals interested in pursuing a career in operations and field leadership.

Ideal candidates may include:

• Post-secondary students
• Recent graduates
• Early career professionals

Enrollment in, or graduation from, a relevant post-secondary program is considered an asset.

Position Summary

The Future Field Leader Trainee supports daily store, yard, receiving, and site operations while delivering exceptional customer service in alignment with company standards. Through structured rotations, participants gain practical experience in operational execution, inventory management, safety standards, and leadership practices.

As participants progress through the program, they may be assigned increased responsibility based on performance, learning objectives, and rotation requirements.

This may include leading designated tasks, shifts, or projects under supervision.

Training and certifications, such as WHMIS, TDG, and equipment training, will be provided as needed. This role is designed for individuals seeking a long-term career in Operations Leadership and may lead to future leadership opportunities within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

(Responsibilities will vary by rotation.)

• Deliver professional, customer-focused service in person and by phone.
• Assist customers with product selection, purchases, and issue resolution
• Support sales activities, customer relationship management, and lead follow-up
• Process cash, billing, POS transactions, and administrative tasks
• Receive, verify, scan, and document incoming and outgoing inventory
• Support shipping, order fulfillment, inventory counts, and stock replenishment
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work environments
• Assist with merchandising and inventory presentation
• Support fuel, inventory, and equipment reconciliation activities where applicable
• Follow all health, safety, and regulatory requirements
• Support special projects, seasonal events, and cross-functional initiatives
• Gain operational leadership exposure through shadowing, coaching, and assigned responsibilities
• Complete program learning objectives and development requirements
• Support customer service, supply chain, and other business functions as assigned

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a post-secondary program or recent graduation from a relevant field is considered an asset
• Leadership experience through work, school, sports, or volunteer activities is an asset
• 1-3 years of working experience.
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, teamwork, and leadership potential
• Strong interest in operations, retail, supply chain, agriculture, or customer service
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and take on new challenges
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to perform physical work, including lifting up to 25 kg
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and varying schedules as required
• Willingness and ability to relocate and work at locations throughout Alberta and Saskatchewan during the rotational program

You and UFA. Let’s Grow Together.

UFA is one of Canada’s largest and most progressive agricultural co-operatives. We’re a multi-billion-dollar organization that offers the products, services, and support our 127,000+ members need to build, grow and succeed. While our roots will always be in agriculture, we’re proud to support the industries and communities that drive Western Canada’s economy. We need your skills, expertise and ideas to help us keep growing.

• A Business with a Purpose - Join a member-owned co-operative with a mission that matters: improving the well-being of our members, helping them feed the world, and enabling investment in local communities.
• Recognized and Rewarded for Your Performance - At UFA, success is shared. You’ll own your work and be recognized for both individual and organizational results.
• Work-Life Success - We prioritize safety, respect your time, and offer flexible options and comprehensive benefits to support your life inside and outside of work.
• We Help Each Other Grow - Our collaborative culture fosters growth through hands-on experience, mentorship, training, educational support, and diverse career paths.

Diversity Equity, and Belonging

At UFA, we care about our employees and what makes them unique. We strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes employees from diverse backgrounds, where everyone can do their best work. If you require accommodation during the application or selection process, please contact careers@ufa.com.

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We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.