Business Manager Australia - Loveland Products For over 150 years, Nutrien Ag Solutions has been an integral part of the Australian agricultural industry, providing quality local advice, knowledge, and expertise to growers and rural producers.
Nutrien Ag Solutions is one of the largest agribusinesses operating in Australia with a national network of more than 700 locations.
An exciting opportunity now exists for a relationship and target-driven Business Manager to lead our National Plant Nutrition Sales team.
Reporting to the Vice-President, Loveland Products, the Australian Business Manager will be responsible for managing and expanding our business operations within Australia.
The primary objective for the Business Manager will be to drive sales growth and market share of Loveland Products' biostimulant, nutritional, and adjuvant portfolio through effective sales strategies, both short and long term, as well as relationship building and market analysis.
This position will work closely with in-country management and commercial teams, as well as the global commercial and innovation leads.
Key areas of responsibility include: Develop and implement sales and marketing plans and strategies to achieve revenue and market share objectives to achieve projected 5-year growth.
Provide leadership, direction, and coaching to Loveland Products and Commercial teams in the development, implementation, and execution of Loveland Products sales plans to meet and exceed sales targets and ensure alignment with business strategy.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, as well as internal, external, and industry stakeholders.
Lead product lifecycle management, including product development and project management of the process from formulation through to commercialization and subsequent brand consolidation.
Manage the product portfolio, including forecasting and pricing through to supply chain and manufacturing.
Lead the creation of brand support collateral, promotional support campaigns, and multi-channel marketing touch points.
Oversee all aspects of human resources including hiring, promoting, training and development, performance management, and coaching within company policy and regulatory compliance – partnering with HR as needed.
Lead and perform work the Nutrien Way – engaging in corporate policies, programs, and practices, including SH&E regulations and standards, to bring our Culture of Care to life.
About You: Demonstrated success in a senior Sales Leadership role in an Ag-related field.
Well-rounded knowledge of agricultural products and practices.
Significant experience managing a team with demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop others.
Ability to travel at least 30% of the time within Australia; international travel may be required on occasion.
Highly self-motivated and results-oriented.
Excellent relationship-building ability with strong verbal and written communication skills.
The highest ethical standards and sense of accountability.
Proficient in Microsoft Power Point, Word, and Excel.
Must hold a full unrestricted Australian driver's licence.
Why work for us? A competitive remuneration package.
An additional day of leave – Nutrien Day.
A supportive, flexible, and engaging environment that will support personal/professional development.
Opportunities to support community partnerships across our network.
Ongoing training and development to pursue individual ambitions.
A culture of learning! We're invested in you: We have a strong culture of empowerment where your career is in your own hands - you have the accountability and autonomy to go as far as you're willing.
And we genuinely care about you, with safety our number one priority.
If it's not safe, we don't do it.
We act with integrity.
Apply today! Make a difference.
Being part of Nutrien Ag Solutions, one of Australia's largest agriculture companies, means your purpose for coming to work every day is real and impactful - growing our world from the ground up.
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At Nutrien Ag Solutions we value diversity in our teams and encourage people of all genders and from all backgrounds to apply.
At this time, only candidates with an existing and future right to work in Australia will be considered.
This job will remain posted until filled.
In accordance with Nutrien Ag Solutions' policies, you may be required to undergo a pre-employment background check.
Please note that unsolicited CVs or profiles will not be accepted, and Nutrien Ag Solutions will not be held liable for any that are sent through.
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