Wholesale Business Specialist - GROWMARK, Inc. - Bloomington, IL

SALARY RANGE:$77,350.00 - $106,375.00

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

Provides financial and business analysis for the Wholesale Division to deliver excellent customer service and maximize profitability. Responsible for the efficient and effective management of the business function of the Wholesale Division. Assists with the data management and analysis of business processes and programs. Coordinates closely with IT data functions and the current enterprise data strategy.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Ability to analyze financial results to identify business operation changes and recommend implementation of performance improvement initiatives.

Responsible for assessing the internal rate of return on capital projects and acquisitions. Works with Division personnel to complete the AFE process and integrate it into existing operations.

Assists in analyzing sales information, market data, projections, and other meaningful information to prepare annual sales and gross income budgets, capital and overhead budgets, and long-range forecasts.

Supports the management, reconciliation, and reporting of distributor incentive rebates and providing direction to accounting on month-end and year-end accruals to ensure accurate financial statement reporting of rebates.

Aids in managing and directing vendor and customer prepayment programs, trait and genetic royalty payments, and year-end processing.

Works closely with Division personnel and accounting to ensure monthly financial statements are complete and accurate.

Helps develop financial and operational metrics and reports. Supports the education of Division employees to strengthen business acumen.

Consults with Division management in assessing short and long-term objectives to assist in developing strategic plans to achieve their goals along with process metrics that align with these objectives

Serves as a liaison to all other GROWMARK divisions.

Provides business analysis support for special studies.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Supports promoting innovative practices, ideas, and technologies within the team.

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

Performs other duties or special projects as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Normally requires a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business, or the equivalent thereof, and five years or more of related work experience to demonstrate knowledge of accounting and finance.

Capable of developing essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making, and skill development.

Ability to analyze sales information, market data, projections, and other meaningful information to prepare annual sales and gross income budgets, capital and overhead budgets, and long-range forecasts

Ability to analyze financial results to identify business operation changes and recommend implementation of performance improvement initiatives.

Ability to conduct market research and trend analysis to identify strategies and opportunities for improving the overall financial performance of the Division

Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and passport.

Must have the ability to travel independently and overnight as needed.

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.