Role And Responsibilities
The role reports to the CEO and is part of the senior management team of the business.
Capability in and understanding of grassland crops and weed control
Understanding of veterinary medicines with specific capability in parasite control products for large and small animals
Set out the strategic vision and plan with delivery of same for this business on the ROI UK in line with company objectives and ambition
Own the responsibility of business development, profitability and growth
Work closely with the Area Managers to achieve the strategic objectives of the business
Set out annual budgets on revenues and gross margin with delivery on same
Capable and a conscientious self-starter who is task and results orientated with sound business awareness and an ability to assess what is important to the business and will deliver results
Identify new customer and sales channel opportunities
Credible, good business presence. Excellent negotiation skills for meeting and working through trading issues
Develop strong commercial relationships with all customers
Working closely with the Marketing Manager execute the annual marketing plans
Work with the Technical Director and wider team to identify new product opportunities that meet consumer need and category growth objectives
A key member of the innovation team
Analytical and fact-based approach to business building
Excellent Presentation skills. Strong Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of PowerPoint, Excel and Word. Numeric skills for data analysis
Organised and good administrator to balance the different aspects of the role.
Drive and ambition with the desire and ability to make a significant contribution.
Balanced in judgement, be factual with the capacity to act decisively and confidently and make the right decisions.
Provide technical support to the area managers, customers and farmers
Be responsible, Be clear, Be Respectful, Be a good listener and communicator
Enjoy the process, deliver the results
Experience
5 Years Senior Commercial Experience, in veterinary and agricultural industry
Business degree
Demonstrable Achievements in career to date
Demonstrable evidence of building a business in a changing and challenging environment
Professional Advisor compliance required. For the successful candidate, if not already awarded PA status, then training will be provided. Annual completion of points to maintain PA status is compulsory
Driving license
Hygeia is an equal opportunities employer.
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