Director, Treasure Valley Seed Co.

Department: Seed Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Twin Falls, ID (Treasure Valley Seed)

Reporting To: Steve Schwartz

Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Line of Business Leader to oversee our dry bean seed business. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the Profit & Loss (P&L) of the business, ensuring efficient production management, overseeing operations, maintaining the quality of current and pursuit of new genetics, and driving sales growth. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of the dry bean and/or seed industry.

Key Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. P&L Management:

• Develop and implement strategies to achieve financial targets.
• Monitor and manage the business's financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks.

 Production Management:

• Oversee the entire production process, ensuring high-quality seed production to establish and maintain required varieties and pedigrees.
• Implement best practices in production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

 Operations Oversight:

• Manage day-to-day operations, including supply chain, logistics, and inventory management.
• Optimize operational efficiency and productivity through planting, harvest, processing, treating and shipping.
• Implement and maintain safety and quality control measures.

 Sales Oversight:

• Develop and execute sales strategies to drive market growth and achieve sales targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders.
• Analyze market trends and customer needs to identify new business opportunities.

 Leadership and Team Management:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team focusing on exceeding quality expectations and reducing expense requirements to operate the business.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination across all departments including planning, operations, finance and corporate management.

 Business Management:

• Manage and provide ownership of all aspects of the seed line of business.
• Continuously expand the product line and develop new genetics to meet market demands.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Required education and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a leadership role within the agricultural industry, specifically in seed production and sales.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing P&L.
• Extensive experience in operations management, including supply chain, logistics, and inventory management and growth planning.
• Proficiency in forecasting and financial planning.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think strategically and make data-driven decisions.
• Knowledge of dry bean/seed industry demands & regulations including best practices.

Benefits

• Employee-owned
• Advancement Opportunities
• Insurance coverage that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid holidays and competitive vacation/sick pay plans
• Tuition assistance program 
• Employee stock ownership program (ESOP)