AgriBusiness/Food Candidates
SALES
TJ-1 SALES/SALES MGR: Phenomenal in sales! Take advantage of the success and experience this results-oriented sales management professional offers. Proven record of success in ag sales and sales management. Skilled in domestic and international sales. Knack for selecting, managing, developing, training and promoting employees. Skilled in targeting and selling to key accounts. Numbers are consistently the top or very near the top of the entire sales team. Provide the challenge and let this individual make it happen. Needs potential to earn $100,000 plus, loves commission. Extensive travel part of his routine, based in IA. Contact Tammy at 888-876-2051.
JM-2 SALES: “Strong work ethic” and “strong mechanical ability” are two of his greatest assets contributing to his successful career in sales. He adapts easily to new situations and has a strong desire to succeed in an agricultural related business. Operated business in seven state area and achieved $1 million in sales while managing six employees. Offers five years in product support for implement company in parts and service as well as a background in products and service to livestock farmers. Open to travel. Midwest and West. $base plus commission. Contact Judy Meyer at 800-394-6638.
JM-3 SALES: Super Sales Record!! Strong agronomy background with CCA and extensive knowledge of herbicides for corn and soybeans. Over 10 years of experience with major chemical company in territory sales. IA, MN. Call Judy Meyer at 800-394-6638.
TJ-4 VP SALES/MARKETING: Offers a wealth of experience in sales and marketing within seed business. Has developed successful strategic marketing plans, introduced new products, and also been key player in increasing total seed sales. Past nominee for Marketer of the Year Award. Prefers South. $125,000, Contact Tammy Jensen at 888-876-2051.
TJ-5 TERRITORY SALES: This responsible , goal oriented individual with excellent people skills seeks territory sales opportunity. Offers experience in seed, feed and equipment sales. Retail and territory sales experience. Reference says, “Good individual. Excellent as a seed salesperson.” Another says, “Honest, knowledgeable and hard working. Would be effective as a DSM.” NE/SD. $45,000 to $55,000. Contact Tammy Jensen at 888-876-2051.
TJ-6 TERRITORY SALES REP: Offers 10 years in chemical sales. Responsible for growing market share over $3M in second year. Works effectively with distributors, retailers, producers and university personnel. This sales professional has consistently increased sales; recently over 11% of net sales plan. IA, KS, MO. $60,000 plus. Contact Tammy Jensen at 888-876-2051.
TJ-7 SALES REP: Offers over 20 years experience in retail agronomy business. Has sold fertilizer, chemicals and seed. Reference says, “Aggressive. Good rapport with customers. Smart to understand sales have to be made, and he kept the margins.” Western IL or Eastern IA. $50,000 plus. Contact Tammy Jensen at 888-876-2051.TJ-8 SALES TRAINER: Driven, competitive and talented trainer offers 10 years experience positively impacting companies through his sales training efforts. Reference says, “Very thorough and very professional. Certainly well above average. He knows how to relay information to people.” Another says, “He was a great boom to our business. Extremely successful both internally with our people and with our customers. Able to quickly compare people's styles and talents. Amazing skills.” Based in Iowa but will travel extensively. BS in Ag Business, MS in Ag Education. $60,000 to $90,000. Contact Tammy Jensen at 888-876-2051.
AGRONOMY & SEEDJB-9 LAND MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST: Five years managing land nutrients and manure applications along with supervising over 10 employees, maintaining budget and working with 40-50 farms to keep in accordance with all the criteria required. Pesticide License and Certified. Prefers Midwest. $50-60,000 plus. Contact Judy Bruening at 800-903-5760.
JB-10 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGER: Eleven years nutrient management, regulatory compliance, fertility recommendations, operating budgets and timely, accurate documentation in the states and abroad. BS Ag Studies, CCA. Midwest. $50,000+. Contact Judy Bruening at 800-903-5760.
JB-11 SEED SALES/AGRONOMY MANAGER: Twenty years experience in the seed industry. Past two years spent as agronomy manager. Has managed sales of 13,000 bags corn and 35,000 bags of soybeans. Evaluated market potential, developed business plans and objectives, financial projections, budgets and consulting. References say, “One of his greatest assets is his ability to close the sale. Extensive product knowledge.” Midwest. $55,000 plus. Contact Judy Bruening at 800-903-5760.
JB-12 SEED MANAGER: With over 30 years in the agronomy business, has spent the last eight to nine years as seed supply and distribution manager. Supervises over 3,500,000 units. Inventory management, delivery scheduling, employee supervision and training, budget management for departments, plants and warehouses. IA. $open. Call Judy Bruening at 800-903-5760.
JM-13 OPERATIONS MANAGER: Over 10 years experience in agronomy. Strong operations experience with dry, liquid and NH3. Also experienced with grain and feed mill operations. Has worked with computer and manual operations. Also experienced handling agronomy sales and application. CDL Class A Tanker. Open on location. $45-$50,000. Contact Judy Meyer at 800-394-6638.
JM-14 AGRONOMY MANAGER: “His greatest asset to a company is his knowledge and ability to get the job done.” Over 15 years in agronomy management to maintain and build sales of agronomy products including fertilizer, chemicals, precision products and seed to new and existing customer base. CCA. $55,000. IA. Contact Judy Meyer at 800-394-6683.
TJ-15 AGRONOMY MANAGER: Fifteen years experience in agronomy business. Enjoys people management and sales. Former GM says, “Very organized and disciplined Extremely goal oriented. Knows how to make money. Knows how to organize the department and make it function.” Another says, “One of the most effective agronomy salespeople I have ever seen. Able to develop relationships and grow the business.” IA/MN. $65,000 to $75,000 plus. Contact Tammy Jensen at 888-876-2051.
TJ-16 SALES: Offers over 20 years in seed business. Worked as DSM, RSM, sales agronomist and with special accounts. $55,000 plus. NE. Call Tammy Jensen at 888-876-2051.
TJ-17 AGRONOMY/SEED SALES: Six years working for retail farm supply business. Has efficiently managed sales and service of chemical warehouse. Former college instructor says, “I can tell he has grown the sales. They have turned him loose to sell. He has made incredible profits for that organization. He’s a good people person. Knows ag and knows the business end of things. Excellent character.” Another says, “Hard worker. Go-getter. Very motivated.” Associates Degree. IA. $50,000 plus. Contact Tammy Jensen at 888-876-2051.
JB-18 SEED DSM: Twelve years with current employer. Territory sales manger handling seed, chemicals and fertilizer. Has had 25 years of successful seed sales with proven records and good clientele. Offers excellent work ethic and knowledge of crop production inputs. IA/WI/IL. $70,000. Call Judy Bruening at 800-903-5760.
JB-19 SEED DSM/PRECISION AG: Strong people skills and computer skills are attributes of this candidate. Self-motivated and detail-oriented. Currently makes seed, chemical and fertilizer recommendations based on field scouting and test results. Also works with GPS programs to better service customers. BS Ag Bus. IA/MN. $45-$50,000. Call Judy Bruening at 800-903-5760.
TJ-20 SEED AGRONOMIST: Two years as agronomist for retail farm supply business. Currently sells fertilizer, chemicals and seed. While in college interned in soybean and corn research and as a sales intern.Would like to utilize his technical skills and his people skills. BS, CCA. IA. $50,000 plus. Contact Tammy at 888-876-2051.
JB-21 SALES/APPLICATOR: Farm manager, overseeing combination of enterprises including 1500 row crop acres, a small cow/calf herd and a swine finishing operation. Responsible for all phases along with equipment maintenance and grain handling/drying. Interested in looking for something different like agronomy sales/application. BS AgBus, Agronomy minor. Southeast MN. $45,000+. Call Judy Bruening at 800-903-5760.
TJ-22 SEED RESEARCH/PRODUCTION: Ten years supporting development and maintenance of a high quality hybrid corn product. Provided logistical support, oversaw the planting and harvest crews, responsible for plot maintenance activities during growing seasons. Reference says, “Technically very strong. Personable and easy to get along with. Very good with equipment.” Another says, “Excellent co-worker. Aggressive in getting things done, yet pays attention to the details.” BS Agronomy, MS Agriculture. $45,000 to $60,000. Midwest. Call Tammy Jensen at 888-876-2051.
TJ-23 SEED DSM: Offers two years of successful experience as seed DSM. Has had a 1600 bag increase this year. Also offers five years experience in retail agronomy sales and service. His competitive spirit keeps him in the country making sales calls. NE. $55,000 plus. Contact Tammy Jensen at 888-876-2051.
JM-24 OPERATIONS MGR/SALES: Over 10 years working with both liquid and dry products. He is a man of action that will make sure it’s done right. Able to interact with customers and build relationships. $45,000. IA. Contact Judy Meyer at 800-394-6638.
JM-25AGRONOMY SALES/WAREHOUSE MGMT: Skilled in agronomy and customer relations. His current responsibilities are to develop customer input programs consisting of seed, fertilizer and crop protectants. Handles inventory control, including purchasing, ordering, settling prices and using marketing and margin strategies, as well as invoicing. IA. $45,000. Contact Judy Meyer at 800-394-6638.
EQUIPMENT
JM-26 PARTS SALESMAN: Six years as parts salesman for JD dealership, along with territory sales. Handled ag and construction equipment. Involved in retail sales since 1992. Strong computer knowledge. Southeast and Southwest. $50,000 plus. Contact Judy Meyer at 800-394-6638.
JM-27 SERVICE/PARTS MANAGER: Over 20 years experience with same company in service and parts management. Strong mechanical ability and computer knowledge. Technical School education. $45,000 plus. Contact Judy Meyer at 800-394-6638.
TJ-28 SERVICE MANAGER: Over 15 years working in truck and auto repair. Experienced in rebuilding transmissions, managing own business and supervising up to 5 employees. Reference says, “A technician for me. A very smart person. Would hire back in a second. Always dependable. Very good with people, fast learner. Good attitude.” Another says, “Very knowledgeable and well organized. Has good management skills—able to manage time and employees. Absolutely no concerns, meticulous. Could transfer to the implement business easily.” Completing BS in Business Administration. $60,000 Prefers Midwest. Contact Tammy Jensen at 888-876-2051.
TJ-29 SALES/STORE MANAGER: Wholesale and retail experience in ag and construction equipment rental, and sales. Demonstrated results in providing solutions while increasing client base. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Former co-worker says, “Good with customers. Well rounded. Effective.” BS/MS. IL/WI. $65,000+. Call Tammy at 888-876-2051.
FEED & GRAIN
JM-30 SALES: Over 20 years with feed manufacturing company most recently holding the position of Senior VP Nutrition and Product Development, as well as management of the sales team. Initiated foreign sales and developed all swine marketing programs. Open to travel. Midwest. $Open. Contact Judy Meyer at 800-394-6638.
JM-31 NUTRITIONIST: Ph.D. in Animal Science, Ruminant-Nutrition. Responsible for developing and delivering educational programs to beef producers, with an emphasis on nutrition. Provides consultation and expertise on beef nutrition, forage production, cow/calf and stocker management to beef producers and the industry. $70,000. Midwest, Southwest, Southeast, Mid-south. Contact Judy Meyer at 800-394-6638.
JM-32 FEED MILL MANAGER: “Very hard worker. Likes mill operations.” In management of operations for past four years. Experienced in manufacturing all types of swine, dairy and various animal species feeds. Has worked in computerized feed mill, operated automated bagging equipment and textured feed system. Midwest. $55,000. Call Judy Meyer at 800-394-6638.
JM-33 GRAIN SUPERINTENDENT: “Top-notch.” Six years grain experience. Worked with 100 car rail shuttle. Supervised 2-8 people depending on season. Responsible for record keeping, documentation with grain operations. Trained employees on standard operating procedures pertaining to quality management. USDA Grain Grade, Weigh and Inspection Certification. Midwest. $52,000. Contact Judy Meyer at 800-394-6638.
TJ-34 GRAIN SUPERINTENDENT: Thoroughly enjoys grain business. Two years working in grain industry. Supervised crew of seven. Skilled in grading and blending grain. Strong mechanical aptitude. Installed and operated Compuweigh system. $45,000 to $60,000 depending on location. Engineering training. Midwest. Contact Tammy Jensen at 800-633-8387.
JM-35 ELEVATOR MANAGER: Strong management experience in the southeast building relations between farmers and the elevator (mill). Managed several locations. Experienced in procurement of rice, shipping barges, and several years experience working with safety procedures. Consistently recognized for delivering continued quality service, improved productivity and increased profitability. MS, AR, Southeast. $55,000. Contact Judy Meyer at 800-394-6638.
JM-36 GENERAL MGR/LOCATION MGR: Over 20 years experience as General Manager of several locations. Experienced as manager of three-location elevator along with two stores. Also provided full line of products and service in grain (truck and rail load-out), feed and agronomy. Supervised 38 full time employees and several part time. Experienced as Territory manager in wholesales of fertilizer in an IA/IL territory. $90,000 plus. Midwest. Contact Judy Meyer at 800-394-6638.
JM-37 LOCATION MANAGER: “Best of the division,” states reference. In charge of grain, agronomy and feed operations at location. Large volume car unit rail facility. Currently works with anhydrous ammonia, package chemicals and seed. IA. $50,000. Contact Judy Meyer at 800-394-6638.
JM-38 GRAIN SUPERINTENDENT: “If you can get him to come work for you, then you have a winner,” former grain manager says. Over three years as a grain superintendent running a 8.5 million bushel facility and 100 car shuttle loader. Supervising 6 full time employees, handling corn and beans. He is in charge of OMS and AIB certified. Class A CDL and Fumigation licenses. Presents the safety program to employees. $55,000+. IA. Contact Judy Meyer at 800-394-6638.
JM-39 MERCHANDISER: “Team player with excellent customer skills. Resourceful, innovative and detail orientated,” states reference. His main responsibility was working with farming community; quoting grain prices and making grain purchases and sales. ND, IA, SD, MN. $55,000 to $60,000. Contact Judy Meyer at 800-394-6638
MISCELLANEOUS
JM-40 FEED EXPORT MERCHNADISING: Over 10 years experience in international trade and new client development for business in Japan, the Far East and Europe. Export activities include purchasing, selling freight, marketing and credit of products such as sunflower seeds, corn, health foods, etc. Midwest. $60,000. Contact Judy Meyer at 800-394-6638.
JM-41 POULTRY GENERAL MGR: Over ten years experience as Production manager/General Manager with over $10 million in gross sales of all phases of all production and processing for laying hens. In charge of 60 employees and all USDA, DNR and other State and Federal reporting. Midwest. $85,000. Contact Judy Meyer at 800-394-6683.
JM-42 ETHANOL GM: Currently ethanol plant manager with over 15 years experience in production. Senior project engineering experience. BS in ME. IA. $Open. Contact Judy at 800-394-6638.
TJ-43 COMMUNICATIONS: BS in Ag Communications with five years experience in food industry. Consistently advanced throughout the five years with company. Effective in market research, customer relations, promotions, event planning and training. Skilled in creating events and excitement within the company. Former supervisor says, “When she starts a project you know it will be completed in good fashion.” Another says, “Effective supervisor. Hard working, brings a lot of enthusiasm.” $50,000. Contact Tammy Jensen at 800-633-8387.
JM-44 CONTROLLER/NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR: Six years in financial management. Oversaw staff of 4 and 3 remote administrative assistants. Prepared monthly financial statements. Installs, maintains and troubleshoots Windows 2000XP network with two servers, 15 workstations. IA. $40,000. Call Judy Meyer at 800-394-6638.
TJ-45 ACCOUNTANT/CONTROLLER: Offers over 20 years working in accounting and as controller. Also offers some experience in human resources. Excellent communication skills. Reference says, “Very thorough with the numbers. From a finance standpoint, very good. Thorough, hard working.” Another says, “Has been a blessing to the business. He has saved us a boatload of money. Very good. Good team player and good leader. Very efficient. Problem Solver.” Experienced in seed industry, manufacturing and commercial service business. MBA. $55,000 to $70,000. Midwest or South. Call Tammy Jensen at 888-876-2051.
JM-46 ETHANOL ENVIRONMENTAL WASTE WATER SYSTEM: Holds a Grade 3 wastewater treatment and Grade 2 water license. Experienced in laboratory procedures including cBOD, PH, ammonia, TSS, conducts water analysis. Strong mechanical and concrete consultation skills. Open on location. $55,000. Contact Judy Meyer at 800-394-6683.
TJ-47 AG PROMOTIONS/CUSTOMER SERVICE: Most recently voc ag instructor. Greatly increased number of students involved in the voc ag program. Well rounded in agriculture—crops, livestock, and finance. BS. $40,000. IA/MN. Call Tammy Jensen at 888-876-2051.