The value chain business manager is responsible for driving and managing a team to meet sales objectives and goals within the value chain. The objective of this position is to develop and manage the overall talent strategies, internal relationships, and sales team to grow profitability of the value chain. This role requires a dynamic individual with a proven track record

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for day-to-day operations of the value chain related to supply - dairy to harvest

• Identify, develop and enroll new participants in the value chain

• Recruit, develop and lead a value chain team responsible for enrollment, program compliance and supply of cattle from the dairy to harvest

• Meets or exceeds value chain enrollment expectations

• Cultivate strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of beef industry experience, with preference given to beef supply chain and nutritional expertise

• Bachelor's degree in agriculture, with preference given to advanced degrees

• Experience in sales leadership or management roles

• Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate others.

• Must be a self-starter and comfortable working in ambiguity

• Sales Acumen: Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving growth.

• Effective problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to challenges.

• Ability to travel 50 - 75%

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

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