What are the responsibilities and job description for the Division Manager for Brock Grain Systems position at CTB?
**Overview**
">Brock Grain Systems, a division of CTB, Inc., is a leading manufacturer and supplier of systems and solutions primarily for the agricultural supply chain. Our mission is to Helping to Feed a Hungry World through leadership, innovation, and reliability.
We have a rich tradition of developing industry-leading products and delivering exceptional customer experiences. To continue this legacy, we need talented individuals who share our passion for growth and success.
**Job Description**
">The Vice President & General Manager will be responsible for researching, developing, and executing strategies to drive short- and long-term organization goals for profitable business growth and global brand value.
This role requires a unique blend of business acumen, leadership skills, and technical expertise. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the agriculture industry, as well as experience in sales, marketing, and operations.
**Key Responsibilities**
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- Develop and execute short- and long-term strategies to drive business growth and expansion. ">
- Lead cross-functional teams to launch new products and services, including market research, product development, and go-to-market planning. ">
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to identify and prioritize business opportunities, and develop and implement plans to capture those opportunities. ">
- Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and other financial metrics to ensure the successful execution of business strategies. ">
- Mentor and develop direct reports, providing coaching and guidance to help them achieve their full potential. ">
**Requirements**
">To be successful in this role, you will need:
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- A graduate degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or related field; or an undergraduate degree in a related field with proven leadership and management expertise. ">
- At least 7 years of progressive senior business and leadership experience within an international mid- to large size manufacturing organization, selling large capital equipment, industrial or similar products through a dealer network. ">
- Excellent strategic, organizational planning and execution skills; strong analytical skills with financial planning/cost containment experience. ">
- Proven experience in formulating and leading Key Performance Indicators and contingency plans that drive business results. ">
- Exceptional understanding of pricing/costing technology and aptitude/skills in MS Office, as well as the ability to learn and use in-house developed software programs. ">
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with key customers, dealers, opinion leaders, and all levels of the organization. ">
- Natural curiosity to learn the business, identifying potential enhancements to help the company grow. ">
- Ability to understand and apply change management principles, getting buy-in and leading with a connected vision. ">
- Collaborative, supportive, humble, and genuine leadership style, with high levels of organization, credibility, accountability, and adaptability. ">
- Comfortable taking reasonable risks and making sound business decisions, with a focus on transparent, calm, goal-oriented, and compassionate communication. ">
- Driven and results-oriented, with the ability to interpret large amounts of data, make strategic assumptions, and create a solid business case for new initiatives. ">
- Innovative and able to step outside the box to propose new solutions, while also being compliance-oriented and self-directed. ">
**What We Offer**
">We offer a competitive salary commensurate with proven expertise, as well as a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth and development.
**Reports To**
">The Vice President & General Manager will report directly to the CTB Chairman and CEO.
**Work Schedule**
">The typical work week is Monday-Friday, with some weekends required (when applicable), and approximately 45-50 hours per week on average.
**Travel**
">Approximately 30% travel is expected, with visits to key customers, dealers, and opinion leaders, as well as participation in industry events and conferences.
