Job Description
Grain & Protein Technologies has an exciting opportunity for a District Manager representing our Cumberland brand in the Southeast United States. As a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of poultry solutions; Cumberland delivers effective, high-tech solutions for those working with growers to raise their best birds. As the District Manager you will be responsible for leading a territory of the North America Poultry Sales team and will be accountable for the sales performance, territory management, and staff development of approximately 20 independent dealerships. The District Manager works closely with dealers and end-users regarding all technical aspects of Cumberland products and is ultimately responsible for the financial success of the NA Poultry Sales territory and drives success through territory development of customer base, profitable sales of products and increases in market share. Your Impact Sales territory growth: short term and long term Meet sales and market share goals by managing dealer and customer coverage and support, working closely with Marketing and Product Management Foster collaboration with inside sales, marketing, and product management teams Responsible for a portion of annual NA Poultry sales Analyze data to support the Cumberland NA Poultry unit Maintain accurate forecasts to optimize NA plant staffing and equipment use Recommend dealer development opportunities to advance strategic growth Your Experience And Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Poultry Science, Engineering, Business, Marketing or other related degree, MBA preferred but not required At least 5 years' management experience Proactive interpersonal skills with coaching/training ability Quick to adapt in a fast-paced environment Self-motivated and customer-focused Team player Strong communication and cultural awareness Experience with Cumberland or similar brands is a plus Your Compensation And Benefits Expected annual salary for this role will be $90,000 - $110,000, plus sales incentive program. This is dependent upon job related knowledge, experience, and skills. Benefits will include the ability to elect health care and wellness plans, dental and vision plans, flexible and virtual work options (where available), 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, health savings and flexible spending accounts, reimbursement for continuing education, life insurance, and other supplemental insurance plans. Your Workplace and Travel This remote position is based in the Southeast United States and requires up to 75% travel. We value inclusion and recognize the innovation a diverse workforce delivers to our farmers. Through our recruitment efforts, we are committed to building a team that includes a variety of experiences, backgrounds, cultures and perspectives. Join us as we bring agriculture into the future and apply now! Grain & Protein Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. GPT Purpose: Feeding the World Better, through high quality grain and responsibly raised protein GPT Mission: Make Farmers and Agribusiness Managers more productive and more profitable GPT Culture: Winning Values and Winning Behaviors that nurtures a "Winners Win" culture of excellence GPT Approach: Achieve balanced and sustainable success for Employees, Customers, and Owners Grain & Protein Technologies is a leading global designer, manufacturer, and marketer of reliable, durable, and innovative equipment solutions for grain, seed, poultry, egg, and swine production. Generating $1.1 billion in annual revenue, the Company serves farmers and agribusiness managers in over 100 countries and currently operates 19 manufacturing facilities across 5 continents, employing more than 3600 people. The Company goes to market with its strong portfolio of industry leading brands - GSI, Cumberland, AP, Tecno, Cimbria, Aerotech, Reventa, and Euroemme. With its Company Purpose of "Feeding the World Better", Grain & Protein Technologies emphasizes advancing smart technologies and offering innovative technical solutions to make farmers and agribusiness managers more productive and profitable in a sustainable way.