Growmark, Inc.
VP Sales&Marketing - Southern States Cooperative - Richmond, VA
Growmark, Inc., Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23225
VP Sales & Marketing - Southern States Cooperative - Richmond, VABachelors (BA) degree in business administration or a related field with a preference for a postgraduate degreeAn appropriate combination of an education and related experience will be consideredA deep understanding of the agricultural supply industry (crop inputs, plant nutrition, food ingredients, etc.)Proven track record of leading effective marketing and sales strategiesAbility to work collaboratively with colleagues and staff to create a results-driven, team oriented environmentDemonstrated ability to manage often outsourced marketing activities (PR, corporate marketing, social media, website, etc.)Strong strategic planning, budgeting and analysis skills in sales, marketing and competitor analysisExcellent presentation skills and experience working with business and industry pressPossess a strong implementation skillset with a process mindsetStrategic thinker who understands the importance of a clear vision, a focused mission and measurable outcomesPassion and sense of urgency for growth and achievementProven ability to create strategy and balance agility and determination to executeSolid management skills and the ability to recruit a top-tier teamInclusive and consultative style balanced with the ability to make tough decisions and stand firm when appropriateConsensus builder with a track record of success in forging alliances with stakeholdersStrong leader with the extraordinary ability to lead change, communicate, challenge and inspire a team to successDeep technical expertise in sales planning, sales management and sales execution processesKnowledge of strategy, budgeting and tactical planning practicesKnowledge of team leadership, management and change management practicesMay require a valid driver’s licenseRegular travel will be required within the Southern States market and occasionally elsewhere within the United StatesResponsibilities
Provide the leadership, strategic vision, and direction necessary to drive demand-creation for products of Southern States CooperativeThis includes establishing and executing a company-wide sales and marketing strategy, while guiding sales performance throughout the organization, with a heavy focus on AgronomyOversee development and execution of specific sales and commission plans to achieve and surpass profitable sales growth across organizational footprintAdditionally, the VP of Sales & Marketing will be responsible for establishing annual sales goals, designating objectives of our sales and marketing teams, developing growth and market expansion plans, setting KPIs, and prospecting partnership opportunities within and across industriesWork in a safe and efficient manner, according to Southern States Safety PolicyWork with Regional Managers and COR Product Line Leaders to build and implement tactical action plans from a product and service marketing perspective to support strategic imperativesTraining the sales organization how to actively listen to our customers, uncover needs, and develop a sustainably profitable go-to-market strategyDemonstrate work habits that develop, build, and support the one team concept within the organizationDevelops effective sales incentive and commission programs supporting organizational growth-oriented goalsProvides input and leadership in the development and implementation of sales incentive compensation programsRegularly conducts direct market analysis of local competition to ensure competitive advantageLead strategic direction for the Agronomy Business including the functional areas of Crop Protection, Fertilizer, Seed and Precision Ag Technology Services and sales ensuring that products and services are offered in the marketplace at a competitive value to our customersManages high leaders within the organization to maximum performanceDevelops and challenges high potential employees to ensure continual learning and development of direct reportsMaintain key customer relationships and develop and implement strategies for expanding the company’s customer baseDefines new or emerging market requirements and needs that will drive product changes and new product developmentOversee product marketing including product launch management, sales tools, competitive analysis and general sales supportManage overall sales process, set appropriate metrics for sales managementDevelop pricing policies and strategies, including volume discounts and terms and conditions, for highprofile customers and channel partnersSupports and encourages cross-divisional collaboration in all areas of the companyGeneral knowledge of the Energy and Feed & Farm Supply retail business a plusParticipate in the development and maintain the operating budget for locationsProvide for achievement of optimum profitability levels as established by the budgetProvides leadership to the Marketing Team Leader/Director in the development and implementation of short and long-term marketing plans regarding company products, services and the overall SouthernAssume active leadership role in strategic planning processProvide guidance, direction, and communication in the development of strategy to maximize plant equipment, and employee resourcesThe VP of Sales & Marketing primarily performs essential job functions in an office environmentWhile traveling may have contact with hazardous materialsDrive/travel and work in adverse weather conditionsQualifications
Bachelors (BA) degree in business administration or a related field with a preference for a postgraduate degreeAn appropriate combination of an education and related experience will be consideredA deep understanding of the agricultural supply industry (crop inputs, plant nutrition, food ingredients, etc.)Proven track record of leading effective marketing and sales strategiesAbility to work collaboratively with colleagues and staff to create a results-driven, team oriented environmentDemonstrated ability to manage often outsourced marketing activities (PR, corporate marketing, social media, website, etc.)Strong strategic planning, budgeting and analysis skills in sales, marketing and competitor analysisExcellent presentation skills and experience working with business and industry pressPossess a strong implementation skillset with a process mindsetStrategic thinker who understands the importance of a clear vision, a focused mission and measurable outcomesPassion and sense of urgency for growth and achievementProven ability to create strategy and balance agility and determination to executeSolid management skills and the ability to recruit a top-tier teamInclusive and consultative style balanced with the ability to make tough decisions and stand firm when appropriateConsensus builder with a track record of success in forging alliances with stakeholdersStrong leader with the extraordinary ability to lead change, communicate, challenge and inspire a team to successDeep technical expertise in sales planning, sales management and sales execution processesKnowledge of strategy, budgeting and tactical planning practicesKnowledge of team leadership, management and change management practicesMay require a valid driver’s licenseRegular travel will be required within the Southern States market and occasionally elsewhere within the United StatesResponsibilities
Provide the leadership, strategic vision, and direction necessary to drive demand-creation for products of Southern States CooperativeThis includes establishing and executing a company-wide sales and marketing strategy, while guiding sales performance throughout the organization, with a heavy focus on AgronomyOversee development and execution of specific sales and commission plans to achieve and surpass profitable sales growth across organizational footprintAdditionally, the VP of Sales & Marketing will be responsible for establishing annual sales goals, designating objectives of our sales and marketing teams, developing growth and market expansion plans, setting KPIs, and prospecting partnership opportunities within and across industriesWork in a safe and efficient manner, according to Southern States Safety PolicyWork with Regional Managers and COR Product Line Leaders to build and implement tactical action plans from a product and service marketing perspective to support strategic imperativesTraining the sales organization how to actively listen to our customers, uncover needs, and develop a sustainably profitable go-to-market strategyDemonstrate work habits that develop, build, and support the one team concept within the organizationDevelops effective sales incentive and commission programs supporting organizational growth-oriented goalsProvides input and leadership in the development and implementation of sales incentive compensation programsRegularly conducts direct market analysis of local competition to ensure competitive advantageLead strategic direction for the Agronomy Business including the functional areas of Crop Protection, Fertilizer, Seed and Precision Ag Technology Services and sales ensuring that products and services are offered in the marketplace at a competitive value to our customersManages high leaders within the organization to maximum performanceDevelops and challenges high potential employees to ensure continual learning and development of direct reportsMaintain key customer relationships and develop and implement strategies for expanding the company’s customer baseDefines new or emerging market requirements and needs that will drive product changes and new product developmentOversee product marketing including product launch management, sales tools, competitive analysis and general sales supportManage overall sales process, set appropriate metrics for sales managementDevelop pricing policies and strategies, including volume discounts and terms and conditions, for highprofile customers and channel partnersSupports and encourages cross-divisional collaboration in all areas of the companyGeneral knowledge of the Energy and Feed & Farm Supply retail business a plusParticipate in the development and maintain the operating budget for locationsProvide for achievement of optimum profitability levels as established by the budgetProvides leadership to the Marketing Team Leader/Director in the development and implementation of short and long-term marketing plans regarding company products, services and the overall SouthernAssume active leadership role in strategic planning processProvide guidance, direction, and communication in the development of strategy to maximize plant equipment, and employee resourcesThe VP of Sales & Marketing primarily performs essential job functions in an office environmentWhile traveling may have contact with hazardous materialsDrive/travel and work in adverse weather conditionsThe FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the... company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good.
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TITLE: Vice President, Sales & Marketing
GENERAL SUMMARY
Provide the leadership, strategic vision, and direction necessary to drive demand-creation for products of Southern States Cooperative. This includes establishing and executing a company-wide sales and marketing strategy, while guiding sales performance throughout the organization, with a heavy focus on Agronomy. Oversee development and execution of specific sales and commission plans to achieve and surpass profitable sales growth across organizational footprint. Additionally, the VP of Sales & Marketing will be responsible for establishing annual sales goals, designating objectives of our sales and marketing teams, developing growth and market expansion plans, setting KPIs, and prospecting partnership opportunities within and across industries
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS• Work in a safe and efficient manner, according to Southern States Safety Policy.• Work with Regional Managers and COR Product Line Leaders to build and implement tactical action plans from a product and service marketing perspective to support strategic imperatives.• Training the sales organization how to actively listen to our customers, uncover needs, and develop a sustainably profitable go-to-market strategy.• Demonstrate work habits that develop, build, and support the one team concept within the organization.• Develops effective sales incentive and commission programs supporting organizational growth-oriented goals.• Provides input and leadership in the development and implementation of sales incentive compensation programs.• Regularly conducts direct market analysis of local competition to ensure competitive advantage• Lead strategic direction for the Agronomy Business including the functional areas of Crop Protection, Fertilizer, Seed and Precision Ag Technology Services and sales ensuring that products and services are offered in the marketplace at a competitive value to our customers.• Manages high leaders within the organization to maximum performance. Develops and challenges high potential employees to ensure continual learning and development of direct reports.• Maintain key customer relationships and develop and implement strategies for expanding the company’s customer base.• Defines new or emerging market requirements and needs that will drive product changes and new product development.• Oversee product marketing including product launch management, sales tools, competitive analysis and general sales support.• Manage overall sales process, set appropriate metrics for sales management• Develop pricing policies and strategies, including volume discounts and terms and conditions, for highprofile customers and channel partners.• Supports and encourages cross-divisional collaboration in all areas of the company. General knowledge of the Energy and Feed & Farm Supply retail business a plus.• Participate in the development and maintain the operating budget for locations. Provide for achievement of optimum profitability levels as established by the budget.• Provides leadership to the Marketing Team Leader/Director in the development and implementation of short and long-term marketing plans regarding company products, services and the overall Southern
States brand.• Challenge organizational design to deliver value to our customers and organization.• Assume active leadership role in strategic planning process.• Provide guidance, direction, and communication in the development of strategy to maximize plant equipment, and employee resources.• Assist Leadership Team members as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION• Bachelors (BA) degree in business administration or a related field with a preference for a postgraduate degree. An appropriate combination of an education and related experience will be considered.
EXPERIENCE• A deep understanding of the agricultural supply industry (crop inputs, plant nutrition, food ingredients, etc.)• Proven track record of leading effective marketing and sales strategies.• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and staff to create a results-driven, team oriented environment.• Demonstrated ability to manage often outsourced marketing activities (PR, corporate marketing, social media, website, etc.).• Strong strategic planning, budgeting and analysis skills in sales, marketing and competitor analysis.• Excellent presentation skills and experience working with business and industry press.• Possess a strong implementation skillset with a process mindset
CORE COMPETENCIES• Strategic thinker who understands the importance of a clear vision, a focused mission and measurable outcomes• Passion and sense of urgency for growth and achievement• Proven ability to create strategy and balance agility and determination to execute• Solid management skills and the ability to recruit a top-tier team• Inclusive and consultative style balanced with the ability to make tough decisions and stand firm when appropriate• Consensus builder with a track record of success in forging alliances with stakeholders• Strong leader with the extraordinary ability to lead change, communicate, challenge and inspire a team to success
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES• Deep technical expertise in sales planning, sales management and sales execution processes• Knowledge of strategy, budgeting and tactical planning practices• Knowledge of team leadership, management and change management practices
WORK ENVIRONMENT• The VP of Sales & Marketing primarily performs essential job functions in an office environment.• While traveling may have contact with hazardous materials.• Drive/travel and work in adverse weather conditions.• May require a valid driver’s license.• Regular travel will be required within the Southern States market and occasionally elsewhere within the United States.
OUR VALUES• Southern States has established six core values: ONE TEAM, CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE, SUSTAINABLE GROWTH, OPEN COMMUNICATION, ACOUNTABILITY, and INTEGRITY - leading with passion, focus and innovation to achieve greater results.
TOOLS & EQUIPMENT• Utilize telephone, computer, copier, printer, calculator, writing instrument, spreadsheets and forms.
Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.
FS. Bringing You What's Next. We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law
Company informationGROWMARK is an agricultural cooperative serving almost 400,000 customers across North America, providing agronomy, energy, facility engineering and construction, and logistics products and services, as well as grain marketing management services. Headquartered in Bloomington, Illinois, GROWMARK owns the FS trademark, which is used by member cooperatives. More information is available at GROWMARK.com.FS cooperatives and retail divisions in Illinois, Iowa, Ohio, Michigan, Virginia, Wisconsin, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland and Ontario, Canada still make up GROWMARK’s core membership. GROWMARK has now grown into an expansive system with $14.5 billion in annual sales (FY2022). With five wholly or partially-owned subsidiaries, six retail subsidiary divisions, and controlling interests in several related endeavors, the GROWMARK System is flourishing.Agricultural Services, Energy, Agriculture, Farming, Crop Production, AgribusinessPrivately HeldBloomington, ILCompany Specialties:Propane, Refined Fuels and Lubricants, Grain, Crop Protection and Crop Inputs, Seed, Agri-Finance, Logistics, Facility Planning, Agronomy, Energy, and Business Services
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Provide the leadership, strategic vision, and direction necessary to drive demand-creation for products of Southern States CooperativeThis includes establishing and executing a company-wide sales and marketing strategy, while guiding sales performance throughout the organization, with a heavy focus on AgronomyOversee development and execution of specific sales and commission plans to achieve and surpass profitable sales growth across organizational footprintAdditionally, the VP of Sales & Marketing will be responsible for establishing annual sales goals, designating objectives of our sales and marketing teams, developing growth and market expansion plans, setting KPIs, and prospecting partnership opportunities within and across industriesWork in a safe and efficient manner, according to Southern States Safety PolicyWork with Regional Managers and COR Product Line Leaders to build and implement tactical action plans from a product and service marketing perspective to support strategic imperativesTraining the sales organization how to actively listen to our customers, uncover needs, and develop a sustainably profitable go-to-market strategyDemonstrate work habits that develop, build, and support the one team concept within the organizationDevelops effective sales incentive and commission programs supporting organizational growth-oriented goalsProvides input and leadership in the development and implementation of sales incentive compensation programsRegularly conducts direct market analysis of local competition to ensure competitive advantageLead strategic direction for the Agronomy Business including the functional areas of Crop Protection, Fertilizer, Seed and Precision Ag Technology Services and sales ensuring that products and services are offered in the marketplace at a competitive value to our customersManages high leaders within the organization to maximum performanceDevelops and challenges high potential employees to ensure continual learning and development of direct reportsMaintain key customer relationships and develop and implement strategies for expanding the company’s customer baseDefines new or emerging market requirements and needs that will drive product changes and new product developmentOversee product marketing including product launch management, sales tools, competitive analysis and general sales supportManage overall sales process, set appropriate metrics for sales managementDevelop pricing policies and strategies, including volume discounts and terms and conditions, for highprofile customers and channel partnersSupports and encourages cross-divisional collaboration in all areas of the companyGeneral knowledge of the Energy and Feed & Farm Supply retail business a plusParticipate in the development and maintain the operating budget for locationsProvide for achievement of optimum profitability levels as established by the budgetProvides leadership to the Marketing Team Leader/Director in the development and implementation of short and long-term marketing plans regarding company products, services and the overall SouthernAssume active leadership role in strategic planning processProvide guidance, direction, and communication in the development of strategy to maximize plant equipment, and employee resourcesThe VP of Sales & Marketing primarily performs essential job functions in an office environmentWhile traveling may have contact with hazardous materialsDrive/travel and work in adverse weather conditionsQualifications
Bachelors (BA) degree in business administration or a related field with a preference for a postgraduate degreeAn appropriate combination of an education and related experience will be consideredA deep understanding of the agricultural supply industry (crop inputs, plant nutrition, food ingredients, etc.)Proven track record of leading effective marketing and sales strategiesAbility to work collaboratively with colleagues and staff to create a results-driven, team oriented environmentDemonstrated ability to manage often outsourced marketing activities (PR, corporate marketing, social media, website, etc.)Strong strategic planning, budgeting and analysis skills in sales, marketing and competitor analysisExcellent presentation skills and experience working with business and industry pressPossess a strong implementation skillset with a process mindsetStrategic thinker who understands the importance of a clear vision, a focused mission and measurable outcomesPassion and sense of urgency for growth and achievementProven ability to create strategy and balance agility and determination to executeSolid management skills and the ability to recruit a top-tier teamInclusive and consultative style balanced with the ability to make tough decisions and stand firm when appropriateConsensus builder with a track record of success in forging alliances with stakeholdersStrong leader with the extraordinary ability to lead change, communicate, challenge and inspire a team to successDeep technical expertise in sales planning, sales management and sales execution processesKnowledge of strategy, budgeting and tactical planning practicesKnowledge of team leadership, management and change management practicesMay require a valid driver’s licenseRegular travel will be required within the Southern States market and occasionally elsewhere within the United StatesResponsibilities
Provide the leadership, strategic vision, and direction necessary to drive demand-creation for products of Southern States CooperativeThis includes establishing and executing a company-wide sales and marketing strategy, while guiding sales performance throughout the organization, with a heavy focus on AgronomyOversee development and execution of specific sales and commission plans to achieve and surpass profitable sales growth across organizational footprintAdditionally, the VP of Sales & Marketing will be responsible for establishing annual sales goals, designating objectives of our sales and marketing teams, developing growth and market expansion plans, setting KPIs, and prospecting partnership opportunities within and across industriesWork in a safe and efficient manner, according to Southern States Safety PolicyWork with Regional Managers and COR Product Line Leaders to build and implement tactical action plans from a product and service marketing perspective to support strategic imperativesTraining the sales organization how to actively listen to our customers, uncover needs, and develop a sustainably profitable go-to-market strategyDemonstrate work habits that develop, build, and support the one team concept within the organizationDevelops effective sales incentive and commission programs supporting organizational growth-oriented goalsProvides input and leadership in the development and implementation of sales incentive compensation programsRegularly conducts direct market analysis of local competition to ensure competitive advantageLead strategic direction for the Agronomy Business including the functional areas of Crop Protection, Fertilizer, Seed and Precision Ag Technology Services and sales ensuring that products and services are offered in the marketplace at a competitive value to our customersManages high leaders within the organization to maximum performanceDevelops and challenges high potential employees to ensure continual learning and development of direct reportsMaintain key customer relationships and develop and implement strategies for expanding the company’s customer baseDefines new or emerging market requirements and needs that will drive product changes and new product developmentOversee product marketing including product launch management, sales tools, competitive analysis and general sales supportManage overall sales process, set appropriate metrics for sales managementDevelop pricing policies and strategies, including volume discounts and terms and conditions, for highprofile customers and channel partnersSupports and encourages cross-divisional collaboration in all areas of the companyGeneral knowledge of the Energy and Feed & Farm Supply retail business a plusParticipate in the development and maintain the operating budget for locationsProvide for achievement of optimum profitability levels as established by the budgetProvides leadership to the Marketing Team Leader/Director in the development and implementation of short and long-term marketing plans regarding company products, services and the overall SouthernAssume active leadership role in strategic planning processProvide guidance, direction, and communication in the development of strategy to maximize plant equipment, and employee resourcesThe VP of Sales & Marketing primarily performs essential job functions in an office environmentWhile traveling may have contact with hazardous materialsDrive/travel and work in adverse weather conditionsThe FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the... company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good.
Applying for this role is straight forward Scroll down and click on Apply to be considered for this position.
TITLE: Vice President, Sales & Marketing
GENERAL SUMMARY
Provide the leadership, strategic vision, and direction necessary to drive demand-creation for products of Southern States Cooperative. This includes establishing and executing a company-wide sales and marketing strategy, while guiding sales performance throughout the organization, with a heavy focus on Agronomy. Oversee development and execution of specific sales and commission plans to achieve and surpass profitable sales growth across organizational footprint. Additionally, the VP of Sales & Marketing will be responsible for establishing annual sales goals, designating objectives of our sales and marketing teams, developing growth and market expansion plans, setting KPIs, and prospecting partnership opportunities within and across industries
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS• Work in a safe and efficient manner, according to Southern States Safety Policy.• Work with Regional Managers and COR Product Line Leaders to build and implement tactical action plans from a product and service marketing perspective to support strategic imperatives.• Training the sales organization how to actively listen to our customers, uncover needs, and develop a sustainably profitable go-to-market strategy.• Demonstrate work habits that develop, build, and support the one team concept within the organization.• Develops effective sales incentive and commission programs supporting organizational growth-oriented goals.• Provides input and leadership in the development and implementation of sales incentive compensation programs.• Regularly conducts direct market analysis of local competition to ensure competitive advantage• Lead strategic direction for the Agronomy Business including the functional areas of Crop Protection, Fertilizer, Seed and Precision Ag Technology Services and sales ensuring that products and services are offered in the marketplace at a competitive value to our customers.• Manages high leaders within the organization to maximum performance. Develops and challenges high potential employees to ensure continual learning and development of direct reports.• Maintain key customer relationships and develop and implement strategies for expanding the company’s customer base.• Defines new or emerging market requirements and needs that will drive product changes and new product development.• Oversee product marketing including product launch management, sales tools, competitive analysis and general sales support.• Manage overall sales process, set appropriate metrics for sales management• Develop pricing policies and strategies, including volume discounts and terms and conditions, for highprofile customers and channel partners.• Supports and encourages cross-divisional collaboration in all areas of the company. General knowledge of the Energy and Feed & Farm Supply retail business a plus.• Participate in the development and maintain the operating budget for locations. Provide for achievement of optimum profitability levels as established by the budget.• Provides leadership to the Marketing Team Leader/Director in the development and implementation of short and long-term marketing plans regarding company products, services and the overall Southern
States brand.• Challenge organizational design to deliver value to our customers and organization.• Assume active leadership role in strategic planning process.• Provide guidance, direction, and communication in the development of strategy to maximize plant equipment, and employee resources.• Assist Leadership Team members as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION• Bachelors (BA) degree in business administration or a related field with a preference for a postgraduate degree. An appropriate combination of an education and related experience will be considered.
EXPERIENCE• A deep understanding of the agricultural supply industry (crop inputs, plant nutrition, food ingredients, etc.)• Proven track record of leading effective marketing and sales strategies.• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and staff to create a results-driven, team oriented environment.• Demonstrated ability to manage often outsourced marketing activities (PR, corporate marketing, social media, website, etc.).• Strong strategic planning, budgeting and analysis skills in sales, marketing and competitor analysis.• Excellent presentation skills and experience working with business and industry press.• Possess a strong implementation skillset with a process mindset
CORE COMPETENCIES• Strategic thinker who understands the importance of a clear vision, a focused mission and measurable outcomes• Passion and sense of urgency for growth and achievement• Proven ability to create strategy and balance agility and determination to execute• Solid management skills and the ability to recruit a top-tier team• Inclusive and consultative style balanced with the ability to make tough decisions and stand firm when appropriate• Consensus builder with a track record of success in forging alliances with stakeholders• Strong leader with the extraordinary ability to lead change, communicate, challenge and inspire a team to success
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES• Deep technical expertise in sales planning, sales management and sales execution processes• Knowledge of strategy, budgeting and tactical planning practices• Knowledge of team leadership, management and change management practices
WORK ENVIRONMENT• The VP of Sales & Marketing primarily performs essential job functions in an office environment.• While traveling may have contact with hazardous materials.• Drive/travel and work in adverse weather conditions.• May require a valid driver’s license.• Regular travel will be required within the Southern States market and occasionally elsewhere within the United States.
OUR VALUES• Southern States has established six core values: ONE TEAM, CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE, SUSTAINABLE GROWTH, OPEN COMMUNICATION, ACOUNTABILITY, and INTEGRITY - leading with passion, focus and innovation to achieve greater results.
TOOLS & EQUIPMENT• Utilize telephone, computer, copier, printer, calculator, writing instrument, spreadsheets and forms.
Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.
FS. Bringing You What's Next. We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law
Company informationGROWMARK is an agricultural cooperative serving almost 400,000 customers across North America, providing agronomy, energy, facility engineering and construction, and logistics products and services, as well as grain marketing management services. Headquartered in Bloomington, Illinois, GROWMARK owns the FS trademark, which is used by member cooperatives. More information is available at GROWMARK.com.FS cooperatives and retail divisions in Illinois, Iowa, Ohio, Michigan, Virginia, Wisconsin, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland and Ontario, Canada still make up GROWMARK’s core membership. GROWMARK has now grown into an expansive system with $14.5 billion in annual sales (FY2022). With five wholly or partially-owned subsidiaries, six retail subsidiary divisions, and controlling interests in several related endeavors, the GROWMARK System is flourishing.Agricultural Services, Energy, Agriculture, Farming, Crop Production, AgribusinessPrivately HeldBloomington, ILCompany Specialties:Propane, Refined Fuels and Lubricants, Grain, Crop Protection and Crop Inputs, Seed, Agri-Finance, Logistics, Facility Planning, Agronomy, Energy, and Business Services
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