Operations Manager (Agricultural chemical sales exp req)

Operations Manager (Agricultural chemical sales exp req)
Location: Avalon, WI
Salary: $95,000 - $125,000 + Profit Sharing + Benefits
Benefits: Medical, Free Dental, Vision, Rx, Pet Insurance, Life, 401k w/ Match, PTO & More!
Job Type: Full-Time
Typical Hours: M-F, 8 AM–5 PM; Extended Hours During Peak Season
Travel: Up to 20% (local car travel)
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship is not available
Relocation assistance available

Operations Manager (Agricultural chemical sales exp req) Description

Our client, a leader in the agricultural industry, is seeking an Operations Manager to lead their new direct-to-grower chemical division in Avalon, WI. In this hands-on role, you’ll build and refine end-to-end sales and fulfillment processes in a low-margin environment—balancing tight inventory control with efficient order execution, while also overseeing the launch of an ecommerce platform to bring competitive pricing directly to growers. To succeed, you must balance low-margin operations with efficient marketing, drive continuous process improvements, and cultivate strong relationships with both growers and internal teams. Ideal candidates bring deep experience in agricultural chemical sales operations, data-driven decision-making skills, and a passion for continuous improvement. This is an incredible opportunity to join a family-owned industry leader and help shape a division from scratch, drive growth, and redefine how growers purchase crop protection products.

Operations Manager (Agricultural chemical sales exp req) Responsibilities

• Oversee daily sales operations and warehouse workflows
• Manage inventory levels and forward sales positions
• Develop and maintain pricing models and cost analyses
• Generate and distribute daily position and performance reports
• Coordinate order fulfillment processes with warehouse and logistics teams
• Identify and implement process improvements to boost efficiency
• Collaborate with procurement and agronomy on demand forecasting
• Supervise, train, and mentor sales operations staff
• Ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA, and company policies
• Resolve customer inquiries and operational issues promptly

Operations Manager (Agricultural chemical sales exp req) Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 5+ years of agricultural chemical sales experience required
• 1+ years of management or leadership experience required
• CRM experience required