Area Manager - J3052

• Key leadership position
• Eyre Peninsula, SA
• Competitive salary + opportunity for annual incentive + motor vehicle
• Access to training and development + uniform allowance

About the Company

One of the most recognised names and Australia's most trusted agribusiness brand in one of the fastest growing industries in the country. We’ve been proudly working for Australian farmers and rural communities for over 180 years. 

About the role

Reporting directly to the State General Manager, as an Area Manager you will be responsible for sales performance and driving growth and efficiency outcomes within your area covering the mid-north of South Australia. This is a senior management role where you will be entrusted to manage all aspects of area operations including oversight of over 100 people across multiple branches within your area. Your expert people management skills will allow you to support and develop sales staff and empower them to grow with the support of an experienced network.

With regular travel required, we are flexible on the successful candidate’s location in this full-time position.

Responsibilities

• Inspiring and motivating your team to maximise their potential
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients to provide personalised recommendations to strengthen the growth of their businesses
• Managing the performance and development of employees within your area
• Cultivating new sales opportunities to strengthen Elders presence 
• Actively participating in strategy and planning for your area and State
• Driving the marketing and promotion of all Elders products
• Prioritising the safety of your staff and clients, and actively contributing to Elders’ zero-harm culture 
• Coaching and mentoring staff in identifying and developing new sales opportunities

Education / Experience / Skills 

• Are an experienced leader with an in-depth knowledge of the agricultural industry including product and sales management
• Can effectively lead and motivate a team, made up of various individuals, toward the achievement of annual sales and earnings targets
• Are comfortable and thrive in a collaborative and agile working environment
• Are resourceful, forward thinking and passionate about effecting real change for both your clients and your community
• Understand that people are our most important asset
• Have an ability to provide a high level of customer service and cultivate relationships with clients
• Have proven capabilities in the management of operations, people and sales and strong negotiation skills

Agribusiness Recruitment Pty Ltd thanks all applicants. However, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

For confidential enquiries call Andrew, Peter, Nick or Cameron on 08 8373 1122 and Submit your resume in Word format by clicking APPLY TO THIS POSITION quoting J3052.

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