Country Manager
Ag1Source - Executive Recruiting
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- 10+ years of experience in pig production and genetics sales.
- Proven track record in exceeding sales targets.
- Experience in scaling business operations in new markets.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a long-term business plan for market expansion.
- Oversee sales activities and promote genetic solutions.
- Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing team.
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Are you an entrepreneurial leader with a passion for the pork industry? This is your chance to build something from the ground up, shaping the future of genetic solutions for pig production in the U.S. market. As the Country Manager in USA, you’ll play a pivotal role in leading commercial operations, driving growth, and developing a dynamic, high-performing team for a global leader in genetics. If you’re ready to make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you.
What’s in it for you:
- Opportunity to Build: Take the lead in establishing and growing a U.S. subsidiary, with the autonomy to shape strategies and operations.
- Leadership Role: Step into a senior leadership position with full P&L responsibility and influence on global strategy.
- Industry Recognition: Represent a globally recognized brand with cutting-edge genetic solutions for pig production.
- Global Collaboration: Work closely with international colleagues from Europe and Canada, enhancing your global leadership experience.
- Attractive Package: Competitive compensation, benefits, and travel opportunities with the flexibility of a home office base.
This role will be responsible for:
- Strategic Growth: Developing and executing a long-term business plan to drive U.S. market expansion.
- Sales Leadership: Directly overseeing sales activities and promoting industry-leading pig genetic solutions.
- Operational Management: Ensuring operational excellence, including profit and loss performance, order processing, and delivery.
- Market Insight: Gathering and reporting key market intelligence to inform global decision-making.
- Customer Relationships: Building strong, value-driven relationships with key producers and industry partners.
- Team Development: Recruiting, mentoring, and leading a talented U.S.-based team as the organization grows.
Expectations will include:
- Business Development: Achieve sustainable, profitable growth by expanding market presence and securing key accounts.
- Customer Success: Guarantee a first-class customer experience, addressing challenges and providing tailored solutions.
- Collaboration: Align with global leadership, contributing to a unified international strategy.
- Travel Commitment: Represent the company across the U.S. and abroad, with up to 80% travel expected.
- Leadership by Example: Take a hands-on leadership approach, inspiring team members through action, ownership, and accountability.
A qualified candidate will possess the following:
- Extensive Industry Knowledge: At least 10 years of experience in pig production and genetics sales, preferably in North America.
- Proven Track Record: Demonstrated success in achieving and exceeding sales and technical sales targets.
- Entrepreneurial Drive: Experience establishing and scaling business operations in new markets.
- Relationship Builder: Strong network within the U.S. pig production industry.
- Strategic and Tactical Expertise: Skilled in value-based selling with deep knowledge of agricultural markets and sales channels.
- Leadership Skills: Hands-on, results-driven leadership style with team-building abilities.
- Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in agribusiness, animal science, or a related field, preferably with a specialization in pig production.
- Cultural Agility: Comfortable collaborating across cultures, particularly with European leadership.
- Strong Ethics: Commitment to ethical leadership and fostering a value-driven work culture.
Compensation: This role has a compensation range based on experience, current relationships, and aptitude to build the brand in this market. The package also includes an excellent incentive plan based on growth and profitability throughout the US market.
Benefits: The role includes a full suite of health benefits and 401k contribution
Desired Location: Candidates will ideally be based in IN, IL, IA, or MN to lead the team and focus on growth with current and prospective customers.
*Candidates must be eligible to work in the US as well as meet the qualifications listed above in order to be considered for the Country Manager job.
- Seniority levelNot Applicable
- Employment typeFull-time
- Job functionManagement, Business Development, and Sales
- IndustriesFarming
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