Crop Protection – Fertilizer Business Manager

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October 24

🍂 Massachusetts – Remote

Although this job is listed in Massachusetts, this company may be open to hiring remote in other states.

💵 $75k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

👔 Manager

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Griffin Greenhouse Supplies

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Griffin is a partner to horticulture professionals. Family owned and operated since 1947, we apply our knowledge, experience and resources to enhance customer success from production to retail.

201 - 500 employees

Founded 1947

📋 Description

• Lead crop protection and fertilizer sales and gross profit initiatives across Griffin’s network • Manage vendor programs, pricing structures, and rebate negotiations to ensure optimal value and profitability • Oversee chemistry and fertilizer inventory control, registration, and compliance coordination • Serve as the primary liaison between Griffin and these suppliers, driving joint product and marketing initiatives • Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Purchasing, and the GGSPro team to strengthen product positioning and customer engagement • Develop and execute sales and marketing programs, train staff, and track performance results • Represent Griffin at vendor meetings, trade shows, and industry associations such as RISE and Prokoz

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Agribusiness, or a related field (or equivalent experience) • 5–7 years of progressive experience in business management, product line management, or vendor relations within the horticulture, agriculture, or chemical industries • Proven success in pricing strategy, sales growth, and vendor program management • Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams • Ability to travel up to 50% for vendor meetings and field visits • Experience working with major manufacturers (J.R. Peters, ICL, Syngenta, BASF, Valent, etc.) preferred

🏖️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage starting on the first day after 30 days of employment • Company-paid short-term and long-term disability, as well as life insurance • Paid Time Off (PTO) including floating holidays, sick/personal days, and vacation time • 401(k) plan with a 25% company match up to 6% • Summer hours for enhanced work-life balance • Tuition reimbursement program • Christmas holiday bonus • Wellness incentives based on participation