Fertilizer Procurement Manager - GROWMARK, Inc. - Bloomington, IL

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.

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PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

GROWMARK is seeking a dynamic leader to oversee our fertilizer procurement. The ideal candidate is a results-driven agriculture professional ready to lead a high-impact team and shape strategic initiatives that directly support our System success. 

SUPERVISION AND LEADERSHP

Manage and mentor a team of product managers, supply specialists, and inventory experts to capture profitable opportunities that align with customer and corporate goals. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Oversee all aspects of nutrient procurement, market positioning, pricing strategies, and risk management.

Build and strengthen supplier partnerships. Negotiate vendor programs that boost profitability and incentivize growth across the GROWMARK System. 

Develop long- and short-term supply and marketing strategies to grow market share and support our retail and wholesale business operations.

Deliver timely pricing insights and purchase recommendations. Anticipate market shifts and respond with precision.

Shape digital tools and customer service models that enable scalable, system-wide support and agility.

 

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Communicates and collaborates effectively with the Vice President, Crop Nutrients.

Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.

Responsible for encouraging, supporting, and promoting innovative practices, ideas, and technologies within the team.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Normally requires a bachelor’s degree in a business-related field or equivalent, plus at least 10 years of related experience to demonstrate the ability to provide crop nutrient leadership to the GROWMARK System.

Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and promoting skill development. 

Prefer experience supervising and leading team of professionals to meet (or exceed) team goals.

Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Must have the ability to travel independently and overnight when necessary.

A valid passport for out-of-the-country travel is required.

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. 

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.

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.

We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.