Director of Precision Ag and Construction Technology

There is no better time to be part of the growing, dynamic world of technology within the agriculture and construction industries.
Butler Machinery is looking for a Director of Precision Ag and Construction Technology that will have overall responsibility for the leadership, development, profitability, and operations of the Technology Solutions Division.
This individual must proactively develop and execute strategies meeting the current and future needs of both external and internal customers, in the areas of Precision Farming and Construction Technology.
This position can be based out of Fargo,ND or Sioux Falls, SD.
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Responsibilities: * Leads the development, implementation and communication of strategies enabling Butler Machinery to proactively meet the needs of customers using Precision Farming and Construction Technology solutions.
* Works closely with members of the Executive Team in developing and executing strategic business goals with technology solutions.
* Works continuously with other internal departments to efficiently meet customers’ needs.
* Develops and manages a sales and product support comprehensive plan for selling technology products throughout our territory.
* Develops a comprehensive training plan for technology products in conjunction with our training department to include Service, Parts, Sales, and Customers.
* Develops and measures a series of metrics defining success of the technology solutions business.
* Primary relationship owner between technology suppliers and Butler Machinery.
* Works closely with the Marketing Department to develop marketing and advertising campaigns.
* Networks with technical colleges and state agencies to actively promote technology industry.
* Manage new technology product introductions and coordinate communications to all parties involved.
* Conducts meetings regarding market analysis results, competitor strategies, customer needs and internal processes.
* Monitors competitor technologies and market movement.
* Determines technology inventory needs.
* Sets pricing for technology products.
* Works within and promotes vision, mission and values of BMC.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree in business administration, civil engineering or mechanical engineering preferred.
Other degrees will be considered taking job experience into consideration.
* At least 5 years of progressive experience in management within a Caterpillar dealership or comparable industry preferred.
* Experience, training and knowledge in the agriculture or construction industry with an emphasis in Precision Farming and Construction Technology preferred.
* Business acumen * Analytical thinking skills * Conflict management skills * Team player * Strategic thinker * Decision maker * Excellent customer relations * Visionary * Excellent communication skills both written and verbal * Public speaking skills * Excellent computer skills.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
As a family business for three generations, we currently employ over 800 associates in 20 locations throughout North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, and Montana.
We are looking for self-motivated, forward-thinking individuals to join us in our continued success.
If you desire to start your career with our team, here are some things we offer within our full benefits package: * Health Insurance – 4 plan options including 3 High Deductible plans * Dental Insurance – 2 plan options * Vision Insurance * Flexible Benefit Plan * Company Vehicle * Basic Life/AD&D and Supplemental Life Insurance * AFLAC options - Cancer Insurance/Accidental/Hospitalization/Short Term Disability * Short-Term Disability Coverage – 60% of salary paid by Butler * Maternity / Paternity Benefit * Holidays – 7 days company paid * Health Savings Account (with High Deductible Healthcare Plan options) – Employer contribution up to $1000/yr * Paid Time Off (PTO) * 401(K) Plan * 10% Annual Retirement Employer Contribution, with Additional 5% Discretionary Employer Contribution * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – including Health Coaching * SmartDollar – employer paid financial planning program * Legal Shield/ID Shield products * Other company-sponsored benefits include uniforms, safety glass allowance, optional Credit Union membership and educational assistance.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability Starting Salary Depending on Experience.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $107,707.
88 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Parental leave * Referral program * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Compensation package: * Yearly pay Schedule: * 8 hour shift Work Location: In person