About this role
<p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>SALARY RANGE:</strong> $105,150.00 - $144,537.50</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="color:#000000">GROWMARK is an agricultural cooperative serving almost 400,000 customers across North America, providing agronomy, energy, facility engineering and construction, and logistics products and services, as well as grain marketing and risk management services. Headquartered in Bloomington, Illinois, GROWMARK owns the FS trademark, which is used by its member cooperatives. GROWMARK also owns and operates SEEDWAY, the largest full-line seed company in the United States. More information is available at growmark.com.</span></span></p> <p> </p><p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><u><span style="font-size:10.0pt">PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT</span></u></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Responsible for maintaining and growing relationships with branded FS cooperatives and GMK retail companies within the refined and renewable fuels, propane, and proprietary products markets. This includes promoting credit card processing, fuel additives, energy-related equipment, DEF, lubricants, and other related products and services. The role contributes to long-term strategic planning and growth within our member territory and supports the overall energy strategy at Growmark and provides leadership, guidance, and positive direction to internal team members across the Growmark energy team.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><u><span style="font-size:10.0pt">ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS</span></u></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:125%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:125%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Achieve sales and income targets by building strong customer relationships and identifying new business opportunities within the assigned territory.<br></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:125%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:125%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Create demand for products and services by developing expertise and sharing strategic business concepts with prospects and customers.<br></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:125%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:125%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Develop and implement effective marketing strategies for the designated sales territory to overall member earned business.<br></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:125%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:125%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Provide consultative solutions tailored to business opportunities and customer needs.<br></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:125%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:125%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Support Growmark LLC by identifying and pursuing new partnership opportunities within the territory.<br></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:125%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:125%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Identify and execute arbitrage opportunities to optimize margins, collaborating with supply and pricing teams to help implement buying strategies.<br></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:125%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:125%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Review and present information internally to facilitate timely decisions that help achieve sales goals, service agreements goals, and other divisional strategic objectives.<br></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:125%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:125%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Utilize risk management programs to enhance sales and expand Growmark’s energy offerings.<br></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:125%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:125%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Communicate customer feedback to internal teams including FS sales and marketing team to improve responsiveness.<br></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:125%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:125%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Research and analyze competitors, providing timely market intelligence to internal supply and pricing teams.<br></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:125%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:125%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Act as a liaison for changes across internal and external departments.<br></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:125%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:125%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Provide training for both internal and external customers.<br></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:125%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:125%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Ensure high levels of customer service and maintain exceptional communication standards across business units.<br></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:125%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:125%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Identify areas for market growth based on demand and help project a professional image of Growmark as a reliable supplier.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><u><span style="font-size:10.0pt">OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS</span></u></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Maintain a comprehensive database of customers and prospects, contributing daily to CRM data.<br></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Keep accurate records of customer volumes and sales call summaries.<br></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Stay current on marketing trends and technical knowledge relevant to the retail energy sector.<br></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Represent Growmark at trade shows and professional meetings.<br></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Adhere to Growmark’s policies and procedures.<br></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Participate in sales training courses, customer events, and other duties as assigned.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Performs all other duties as assigned.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><u><span style="font-size:10.0pt">REQUIREMENTS</span></u></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Normally requires a Bachelor’s degree in a business related field and/or 5-10 years or more of petroleum industry experience.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record. </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Proven professional communication, persuasion, presentation, and customer service skills.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Demonstrated planning, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Proficiency with computers, related technology, and software.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Must have ability to work and travel independently and overnight as needed.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position. </span></p> <p style="line-height:10.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p><p><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">At GROWMARK, we are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and parental leave, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement, while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well-being. Whether you're starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions. </span></span></span></p> <div><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.</span></div> <div><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.</span></div>