Our client is an established Agribusiness with integrated operations across production, nutrition, sales and administration. The organization delivers consistent product quality, strong customer service, and coordinated execution across departments to support long-term growth and profitability. The General Manager will be responsible for directing and managing all business activities of the organization. This role will focus on developing and executing business strategies, aligning cross‑functional teams, and driving performance across sales, operations and administration. Reporting to the President, you will: Lead and manage all business operations across Purchasing, Sales & Marketing, Accounting, Nutrition, Administration and Production. Develop and implement business strategies and programs to improve revenue, profitability, and overall performance. Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to engage and motivate teams across the organization. Build and execute strategic and operational plans in collaboration with department managers and the company leadership. Oversee production to ensure product quality and customer satisfaction. Work closely with the Senior Leadership team to establish pricing strategies and the sales team to maintain target profit margins across product categories. Oversee all aspects of sales, supporting measurable growth in market share, territory and product offerings. Develop and maintain strong relationships with key customers, suppliers and industry stakeholders. Monitor global industry trends in research and development, new product innovation, and market dynamics to inform business decisions. Oversee administrative and accounting functions, ensuring processes are effective, reporting is accurate, and aligned with business needs. Negotiate contracts required for business operations, including capital expenditures, with the Senior Leadership Team. Lead the development and management of annual budgets, ensuring alignment with business objectives and cost control. Work with the Senior Leadership team to support recruitment, retention and workforce planning Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration and trust across the organization. Your background includes: 10+ years in senior management roles within the agriculture, livestock or animal nutrition sectors. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Agriculture, Animal Science, or a related field. A Master’s level degree is an asset. Demonstrated financial acumen and experience in P&L management, budget development, cost optimization, pricing strategies and sales oversight. Proven track record of driving business growth, with a strong focus on strategy execution, market development and margin management. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills for effective team leadership, client relations and supplier management. Familiarity with the animal agriculture landscape in Canada, with an understanding of various livestock production segments. Ability to lead in a hands‑on, accountable leadership role within a dynamic operating environment Ability and willingness to travel extensively across Canada. This is a senior leadership opportunity with full operational responsibility and direct impact on business performance. The role works closely with ownership to align strategy with execution and support continued growth across the organization and will be compensated based on prior experience. Litherland & Co. is dedicated to fair and equal opportunities for all applicants. Candidates are selected upon the highest level of equity, diversity, and inclusion across the organization and throughout its hiring process. If you are selected for an interview and require accommodations, arrangements will be made for your convenience throughout the recruitment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading agribusiness company located in Canada is seeking a General Manager to oversee all business operations and direct strategies for growth. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in senior management within the agriculture sector, strong financial expertise, and excellent leadership qualities. Responsibilities include leading cross-functional teams, developing strategies for profitability, and ensuring product quality. This is a pivotal role with direct impact on the organization's success and future. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Our client is an established Agribusiness with integrated operations across production, nutrition, sales and administration. The organization delivers consistent product quality, strong customer service, and coordinated execution across departments to support long-term growth and profitability. The General Manager will be responsible for directing and managing all business activities of the organization. This role will focus on developing and executing business strategies, aligning cross‑functional teams, and driving performance across sales, operations and administration.
Reporting to the President, you will:
Lead and manage all business operations across Purchasing, Sales & Marketing, Accounting, Nutrition, Administration and Production.
Develop and implement business strategies and programs to improve revenue, profitability, and overall performance.
Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to engage and motivate teams across the organization.
Build and execute strategic and operational plans in collaboration with department managers and the company leadership.
Oversee production to ensure product quality and customer satisfaction.
Work closely with the Senior Leadership team to establish pricing strategies and the sales team to maintain target profit margins across product categories.
Oversee all aspects of sales, supporting measurable growth in market share, territory and product offerings.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key customers, suppliers and industry stakeholders.
Monitor global industry trends in research and development, new product innovation, and market dynamics to inform business decisions.
Oversee administrative and accounting functions, ensuring processes are effective, reporting is accurate, and aligned with business needs.
Negotiate contracts required for business operations, including capital expenditures, with the Senior Leadership Team.
Lead the development and management of annual budgets, ensuring alignment with business objectives and cost control.
Work with the Senior Leadership team to support recruitment, retention and workforce planning
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration and trust across the organization.
Your background includes:
10+ years in senior management roles within the agriculture, livestock or animal nutrition sectors.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Agriculture, Animal Science, or a related field. A Master’s level degree is an asset.
Demonstrated financial acumen and experience in P&L management, budget development, cost optimization, pricing strategies and sales oversight.
Proven track record of driving business growth, with a strong focus on strategy execution, market development and margin management.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills for effective team leadership, client relations and supplier management.
Familiarity with the animal agriculture landscape in Canada, with an understanding of various livestock production segments.
Ability to lead in a hands‑on, accountable leadership role within a dynamic operating environment
Ability and willingness to travel extensively across Canada.
This is a senior leadership opportunity with full operational responsibility and direct impact on business performance. The role works closely with ownership to align strategy with execution and support continued growth across the organization and will be compensated based on prior experience.
Litherland & Co. is dedicated to fair and equal opportunities for all applicants. Candidates are selected upon the highest level of equity, diversity, and inclusion across the organization and throughout its hiring process. If you are selected for an interview and require accommodations, arrangements will be made for your convenience throughout the recruitment.
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A leading advisory services provider in the Canadian agribusiness sector is seeking an Executive Search Consultant to enhance farm profitability through market analysis, commodity procurement, and client engagement. The ideal candidate will possess a graduate degree in Agribusiness and relevant experience, with strong analytical and communication skills to deliver actionable insights to clients across Canada. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview
Our client is a well-established livestock business operating a multi-site swine production system. The organization is seeking a Livestock Operations General Manager to provide day-to-day leadership across multiple sites, with accountability for people, animals, performance and compliance. This role is central to operational execution and requires a consistent on-site presence, practical decision-making, and the ability to manage operations while supporting continuous improvement in production and cost control.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the President, you will:
Provide direct leadership and oversight of all staff teams and livestock across five production sites.
Lead day-to-day operations by example, maintaining a professional, practical and positive leadership presence.
Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards related to animal care, safety and operations.
Monitor production performance, costs, and operational outcomes to identify opportunities for improvement and efficiency.
Plan and manage pig flow internally and externally within the production system.
Maintain effective working relationships with suppliers, veterinarians, service providers and external partners.
Represent the organization professionally and constructively in all external interactions.
Respond appropriately to the realities of livestock production, including after-hours situations, weekends, holidays, and alarm calls as required.
Qualifications
Prior experience in livestock or swine production operations, ideally within a multi-site environment.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams in a hands-on, production-focused setting.
Strong working knowledge of livestock compliance, biosecurity and operational standards.
Comfortable managing live production variables, schedules and operational disruptions.
Practical, solutions-oriented leadership style with strong situational awareness and adaptability.
This role operates within a live livestock production system, which at times includes non-standard hours and the need for responsiveness outside of a traditional work schedule.
Litherland & Co. is dedicated to fair and equal opportunities for all applicants. Candidates are selected upon the highest level of equity, diversity, and inclusion across the organization and throughout its hiring process. If you are selected for an interview and require accommodations, arrangements will be made for your convenience throughout the recruitment.
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Our client is a leading provider of advisory services to the Canadian livestock and crop production sectors. The Manager, Commodity Risk Management, supports producers navigating volatile markets to improve their operational margins. This management role blends market analysis, commodity procurement, and customer engagement to deliver data-driven recommendations that strengthen farm profitability. Working within a multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate will use risk management tools, market intelligence, and financial modelling to provide practical and timely insights to clients across Canada.
Reporting to the General Manager, you will:
Manage feed ingredient procurement activities across Canada, identifying opportunities to improve cost-efficiency and profitability.
Provide customized buying and selling strategies aligned with livestock producer clients’ financial goals and margin objectives.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and value-added insights, analysis and recommendations.
Conduct market analysis and prepare presentations and reports detailing key commodity trends and outlooks.
Build and refine customized margin models to support decision-making for livestock producers.
Deliver market projections, hedging strategies, and risk management advice to farm businesses.
Collaborate with internal teams, including nutrition, business development, and procurement, to support client strategies.
Your background includes:
A graduate degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, or a related field.
2+ years of experience in risk management, commodity procurement, or related agribusiness roles.
Strong knowledge of futures, options, and hedging strategies, particularly in grains, proteins, and/or hog markets.
Solid understanding of Canadian livestock and grain markets, with a customer-first mindset.
Excellent analytical, research, and communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Proven ability to build relationships and deliver actionable insights to clients.
Ability to work remotely within Canada, with proximity to a major airport considered an asset.
This management role will include some travel, approximately 25-30% of the time, to meet with clients, attend meetings, and support relationship-building across Canada.
Litherland & Co. is dedicated to fair and equal opportunities for all applicants. Candidates are selected upon the highest level of equity, diversity, and inclusion across the organization and throughout its hiring process. If you are selected for an interview and require accommodations, arrangements will be made for your convenience throughout the recruitment.
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Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type Full-time
Job function
Job function Administrative, Project Management, and Supply Chain
Industries Farming and Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing
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A leading livestock operations company in Manitoba is seeking a Livestock Operations General Manager to oversee daily management across multiple production sites. This role requires hands-on leadership, ensuring compliance with animal care standards, and optimizing production performance. Ideal candidates should have experience in livestock operations, strong team leadership skills, and the ability to adapt to operational challenges. The position offers an opportunity to influence the livestock production system while supporting continuous improvement efforts. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading agribusiness company located in Canada is seeking a General Manager to oversee all business operations and direct strategies for growth. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in senior management within the agriculture sector, strong financial expertise, and excellent leadership qualities. Responsibilities include leading cross-functional teams, developing strategies for profitability, and ensuring product quality. This is a pivotal role with direct impact on the organization's success and future. #J-18808-Ljbffr
