What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hog Sales Manager position at Hurley & Associates?
About the Role
The Hog Sales Lead is responsible for the networking, business development and strategy required to grow the Hurley Hog Program. This individual will serve as a lead in promoting the business but also distributing leads and coaching teammates. Ultimately this person is responsible for the overall functioning and growth of the Hurley Hog Program.
Who We Are
Hurley & Associates is an Agri-Marketing company with Christian and family values. Our business is unique, in that we have the opportunity to make a positive difference in a producers’ level of success. We help agricultural producers secure revenue. We do that through commodity risk management that is tailored to each producer’s individual operation and risk tolerance.
What We Offer
We value our employees and offer a competitive benefits package, including:
Comprehensive health insurance plan
Dental and Vision coverage
Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
401(k) savings plan with company match
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Long Term Disability Coverage
Key Responsibilities
- Uphold and exemplify Hurley & Associates mission statement to our clients, industry advocates and consultants
- Set direction to expand our presence in the hog industry
- Proactively network within the hog industry to promote growth of the program and identify new opportunities
- Develop and execute an intentional plan focused on serving more hog producers
- Provide disciplined and comprehensive marketing and risk management services to a small group of clients in addition to other responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with hog clients, prospects and industry advocates
- Mentor, supervise, train, and coach employees within designated team
- Identify and meet the educational needs of employees, clients, and advocates on a regular basis
- Identify needs and gaps for the Hurley Hog Program to improve our level of service delivered
- May be involved in signing up key hog clients
Scope of Responsibility and Decision Making
- Involved with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring for the hog team
- Assume responsibility and accountability for decisions, consequences, and results having an impact on people, costs, and/or quality of service within the hog team
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Management and Local Compliance
- Futures market operations and rationale preferred
- Understanding of hog operations, finances, and values
- Managing, supervising, mentoring, coaching, delegating skills
Sales and Marketing
- Proven experience in agricultural sales, preferably in livestock sector
- Model excellent customer service and an entrepreneurial spirit
- Networking within the hog and/or grain industries to develop advocates
- Presentation skills for public speaking and training programs
- Ability to inspire people to take action
People Skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated relationship building capabilities
Confidentiality Requirement
- Has access to confidential information and, therefore, required to sign a confidentiality agreement
Educational and Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with 3-5 years’ experience in the hog industry preferred
Licensing or Certification Requirements
- Series 3 license required within designated time after hire
Physical Requirements
- May be required to work more than 40 hours per week
- Willing to travel overnight occasionally throughout the year
Equal Opportunity Employer
Hurley & Associates, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.