We are looking for an Area Manager to join the growing team on a permanent, full-time basis, covering the Southeast of South Australia.
As an Elders Area Manager, you will be responsible for sales performance and driving growth and efficiency outcomes with the area. This is a senior management role where you will be entrusted to manage all aspects of Area operations including oversight of Branches within the Area. Your expert team management skills will allow you to support sales staff and empower them to grow with the support of an experienced network.
Responsibilities
As an Area Manager you will enjoy a day including:
Inspiring and motivating your team to maximise their potential
Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients to provide personalised recommendations to strengthen the growth of their businesses
Managing the performance and development of employees within the Area
Cultivating new sales opportunities to strengthen Elders presence
Actively participating in strategy and planning for the Area and State
Driving the marketing and promotion of all Elders products
Prioritising the safety of your staff and clients, and actively contributing to Elders' zero-harm culture
Coaching and mentoring staff in identifying and developing new sales opportunities
About you
To excel at Elders, you:
Are an experienced leader with an in-depth knowledge of the agricultural industry including product and sales management
Can effective lead and motivate a team, made up of various individuals, toward the achievement of annual sales and earnings targets
Are comfortable and thrive in a collaborative and agile working environment
Are resourceful, forward thinking and passionate about effecting real change for both your clients and your community
Understand that people are our most important asset
Have an ability to provide a high level of customer service and cultivate relationships with clients
Have proven capabilities in the management of operations, people and sales and strong negotiation skills
About Elders
We are committed to a sustainable and prosperous future for rural and regional communities and creating value for all stakeholders in the agricultural supply chain, across both Australian and international markets.
Elders is for Australian agriculture.
We are now looking for the next generation to be part of something big and drive the future of Elders.
If you are ready to grow your career with Elders, please click on 'Apply' today.
For more information please visit our careers page or email careers@elders.com.au Please note, applications may be shortlisted as they are received.
We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.
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Benefits
Equity / stock options
Additional Information
Accepting a role with Elders means you will be joining the family backed by a team ready to support and grow your career. Be part of a culture that has been in the making for more than 185 years, a culture so strong it is almost tangible. Much like the farmers and communities we work with, you will experience, passion, dedication and resilience across all parts of the business. With such an iconic, essential business in the Australian landscape we are confident that you too will be proud to grow your career at Elders and wear the pink shirt.
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