Job Description:
Title: President
Location: Iowa
Are you passionate about agriculture and food as well as the farms and businesses that make it all happen?
Are you in agriculture leadership today with a track record of success?
Do you see your career eventually leading to a President’s position? Is that time now? Perhaps you are currently a VP, COO or CFO looking for something new, maybe somewhere new?:)
Are you ready to tackle the strategic challenge of helping an expanding agribusiness company build upon an already impressive legacy of over 40 years?
If you’re interested in ag leadership roles, this might be the one for you!
THE ROLE:
President
Are you comfortable leading people and being the face of an enterprise? Our client is a well-oiled, highly-regarded, Midwest manufacturing company that is in need of a visionary. You don’t need to be an engineer or a manufacturing guru to understand what our client does–the products are straightforward, reliable, and well-known throughout the industry. This is a role for someone oriented around the row crop, production agriculture lifestyle and who understands what it’s like to work and live in that realm.
The title says it all–President. You will be the driving force behind the business. You will be the outward spokesperson for the organization with the charge to strategically implement and execute business growth goals.
The new President will not land in this role flat-footed as you’ll work hand-in-hand with the current president and leadership to realize the succession plan. The outgoing President will help to coordinate introductions as well as foster the transition within existing channels of business.
The President will be the prominent change agent in scouting and winning new business, either organically or through acquisition. The President will need to be visible–working on-site, unless traveling for various prospecting and client engagements. Hopping on a flight to attend trade shows, engaging interest groups, keeping up-to-date on industry news, making key visits, etc.
This is a well-run, well-established, legacy-led company with the capacity and interest to expand their footprint and portfolio by taking advantage of the upsurge in sustainable agricultural practices throughout North America.
This growing company needs quality leadership…Is that you?
COMPANY INFORMATION:
Our client is a fast-growing, well-funded agribusiness company located in Iowa specializing in sustainable irrigation. Our client originally began serving the farmers of Iowa and now serves farms all across the US and Canada with environmentally friendly manufacturing equipment and processes. Our client employs roughly 50 employees that work in a modern facility who are focused on providing quality products for drainage, water management, erosion control, and land improvement. They are looking for an individual with a strong background in leadership and agriculture who can develop and execute a sustainable business plan.
Our client has partnered with a private equity group who is committing resources to grow the business. The goal today is to be a good steward while growing revenues and keeping an eye on the operation, but there could be an even bigger leadership opportunity down the road. If you’re the right person for this role, your success might make you the right person for an even larger, more profitable enterprise. With private equity funds backing our client, their involvement only makes the potential prospects that much more exciting.
REQUIREMENTS:
Develop and cultivate organization strategy and ensure capable leadership succession.
Develop a strong management team approach to problem solving, issue resolution, business strategy planning, market opportunities, and talent evaluation and development
Create and maintain close customer and supplier relationships, participating in the sales/purchasing process, maintaining a competitive market understanding, and actively promoting the businesses products and accomplishments in industry and general business media.
Proactively understand the market trends in the water management/irrigation space and build business strategy to capture market share and drive business growth.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Strong background in the Agriculture industry, preferable with row crop experience.
Leadership role(s) in one’s background…CFO or COO or perhaps even President or CEO.
At least ten (10) years of progressive business experience.
Strong strategic planning experience with functional experience in business development, marketing, and finance.
Functional experience in manufacturing is highly desirable but not a requirement.
Functional experience in marketing is highly desirable but not required
A general understanding of water management and/or irrigation products or industry, or complementary industry is highly desirable but not required.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Market competitive compensation consisting of base and annual performance bonus
Full benefit package: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental insurance
Paid vacation, personal days, sick time, and holidays
401(k) with employer matching
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Cell phone provided or reimbursed
Relocation allowance provided (if needed)
Would you be open to moving to Iowa if you’re not in the “Hawkeye State” today? Relocation is available for those interested in making a move with the main office location being the factory in Iowa, a short drive from either Des Moines or Omaha.
CONTACT:
AG HeadHunters
(615) 686-2099
EEOC STATEMENT:
We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. We are also committed to diversity and helping to create an inclusive environment for our clients. If you can do this job you will not be denied consideration.