Branch Manager

WHO WE ARE

 

 

Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC is an innovator and service provider for agricultural and professional markets in the United States and around the world. We are one of America's only retailers and distributors with expertise in formulation, research and development, precision technology, data solutions, professional application and manufacturing. For nearly 70 years our people have been driven to provide sustainable solutions that help feed, clothe and fuel the world. With over 450+ locations nationwide and over 6,000 employees we rank among the top agricultural service companies in volume and sales of agricultural products and services.

 

 

ABOUT THE JOB

 

 

The Branch Manager directs and manages production, distribution, marketing operations and all employees working in the branch. This position is bonus eligible and a company vehicle is also provided.

 

WHAT YOUR DAY WILL LOOK LIKE

 

• Develops and implements selling activities to dealer and/or grower customers in marketing territory to achieve maximum sales and profitability.
• Develops and implements operational procedures for efficient distribution of all product lines in compliance with Helena safety and environmental guidelines.
• Sells products which are profitable for the company, including both Helena and basic supplier products which require visiting customers and vendors at their places of business.
• Recognizes changes in the market resulting from environmental, economic or competitive conditions and develops sales strategies to meet those changes to remain at the top or increase sales penetration.
• Emphasizes commitment to the sale of Helena proprietary products.
• Assigns duties to location team members, evaluates the performance of the team and motivates and trains employees to assure maximum utilization of location staff.
• Acquires knowledge and skills to meet the needs of a changing customer and product mix.
• Effectively resolves customer complaints, application and service problems, distribution and inventory needs and employee issues.
• Develops and maintains credit information on all customers, administers the approved credit policy of Helena consistently and collects receivables in a timely manner.
• Ensures the company image is developed and maintained favorably with customers and suppliers.
• Implements location sales plans for products promoted, customer pricing, sales strategy, market development, volume increases, new customer contacts and approved credit policy.
• Supports and assists division leadership in any other important functions necessary for the location or division operations.
• May be required to drive a company vehicle.
• Manages other members of the team.
• Provides excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.
• Other work-related duties as assigned by leader.
• Reliable and regular attendance is required.
• Follows all company policies and procedures.

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

 

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Five years of work experience in agriculture, or similar field, is required.
• Experience may be considered in lieu of education.

 

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

 

• Knowledge of fertilizer operations is preferred.
• Organizational skills.
• Works well with others.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of federal and state regulations (OSHA, DOT, etc.)
• Ability to read, write and speak in English is required.
• Communicating in Spanish is a valuable skill at Helena.
• Valid U.S. driver's license is required and must meet all company requirements to drive a Helena vehicle.
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