** We encourage all applicants located in the Victoria and Riverina regions to apply.
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Thrive. Accepting a role with Elders means you will be joining a team ready to support and grow your career.
Be part of a culture that has been in the making for more than 185 years, a culture so strong it is almost tangible.
Much like the farmers and communities we work with, you will experience passion, dedication, and resilience across all parts of the business.
With such an iconic, essential business in the Australian landscape, we are confident that you too will be proud to grow your career at Elders and wear the pink shirt.
About the role As the Elders State Livestock Manager, you will develop and implement a strategic sales plan for Commercial, Stud Stock, and A+ segments across Victoria and the Riverina, aligned with our national livestock strategy.
You'll drive sales activities, maximize profitability, and engage your team to achieve ambitious targets.
Your insights will shape market opportunities and strengthen client relationships, making a significant impact in the livestock industry.
Join us to lead the way!
Responsibilities Develop and implement state and area-specific sales strategies to achieve targets.Build strong relationships with team members, promoting a culture of high performance.Maintain regular communication with livestock staff, offering support and guidance as needed.Maintain and build strong relationships with key industry stakeholders, including but not limited to key clients and meat processors/buyers.Identify business development and growth opportunities across the region, including further avenues to market.Lead and manage livestock training programs, ensuring continuous professional growth.Role model and promote a safety-first culture, ensuring adherence to Workplace Health and Safety regulations.Support key selling centres and staffing requirements.Assist in resolving any claims/disputes which may arise.Work closely with the State Management team, along with national and local leaders.About you Significant experience in livestock sales and proven success in achieving sales targets and a demonstrated understanding of the various markets across Victoria and the Riverina.Extensive background in managing, leading, and influencing sales teams coupled with strong client relationship management skills.Effective communication skills, along with an extensive understanding of different livestock market trends.Expert knowledge of livestock products and safe handling practices, with the ability to hold effective team meetings and facilitate knowledge sharing.Relevant qualifications, including Certificate IV in Front-line Management and Auctioneer license.Proficient in using technology and software for sales management and reporting.About Elders As a trusted Australian agribusiness, we have played an important role in the agricultural sector for 185 years.
Our expansive network across Australia offers links to markets, tailored advice, and specialist knowledge across a range of products and services, including farm supplies, agronomy, livestock, wool, grain, finance, insurance, and real estate.
We are committed to a sustainable and prosperous future for rural and regional communities, and creating value for all stakeholders in the agricultural supply chain, across both Australian and international markets.
Elders is for Australian agriculture.
If you are ready to grow your career with Elders, please click on 'Apply' today. Please note, applications may be shortlisted as they are received. For more information or a confidential discussion, please reach out to Melanie Rowse on 0428 827 297.
At Elders, we strive to create a safe environment where everyone can thrive.
We aspire to do this by recognising talent, promoting inclusion, and celebrating diversity.
No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for roles at Elders.
We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.
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