General Manager - AgriTech

General Manager

We are recruiting a General Manager to lead our customer’s U.S. effort to grow in North America. The individual will act as a liaison with the company’s irrigation partner solidifying the relationship and managing growth opportunities. They will also work with end customers.

The GM will plan and monitor the day-to-day running of the business. They will also be responsible for customer success, supporting growers, revenue generation, and sales growth through the partnership.

Responsibilities:

• Setting clear and measurable goals (OKRs) for the company's US operations and working with the team to achieve these goals.
• Responsible for developing and implementing strategies to grow the company's US business through and beyond the partnership.
• Working with the product development team to bring new added value, working closely with the company's research and development team, and collaborating with external partners and suppliers.
• Developing work routines with customers, including regular meetings, field days, and demo days, acting as the bridge between the end user and the R&D team.
• Responsible for managing the company's budget and financial performance in the US, including monitoring expenses, tracking revenue, and identifying ways to improve profitability.
• Responsible for building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, partners, and employees, and interacting with diverse partners, from field technicians to VP.

Experience:

• Degree in Agriculture / Business Administration / Marketing.
• Exceptional analytical skills and experience working with data.
• Ag-tech background and passion for the agriculture industry
  -must.
• In-depth knowledge of the agriculture industry.
• Proven experience as a Manager with organizational and leadership ability.
• In-depth understanding of corporate governance and general management best practices.
• Ability to develop strategies and use performance OKRs.
• Problem-solving aptitude and self-motivated.
• Outstanding communication and people skills.
• Identify key staff in client companies to cultivate profitable relationships.
• A passion for customer retention and value creation.