COUNTRY MANAGER, AUSTRALIA

We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change.
About the Unit F ounded in , Yara Australia is a trusted leader in crop nutrition, serving the country’s vibrant horticultural sector with a team of 12 and annual revenues of approximately USD 40 million.
We supply around tonnes of high-quality products each year, supporting key crops such as leafy vegetables, potatoes, and macadamias.
As part of our commitment to sustainable agriculture, we are focused on expanding our biological portfolio and introducing our innovative Climate Choice solution to help growers meet the challenges of a changing climate.
Yara office location is Brisbane, but as the role requires extensive travelling, consideration will also be given to candidates from Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide.
Responsibilities Deliver growth and improve profitability in Australia, in accordance with the YAA strategy .
Engage the organization in accordance with Yara Mission, Vision and Values.
Drive an ambitious Diversity and Inclusion action plan in line with Yara DE&I strategy and goals.
Drive pro-actively the Safe by Choice agenda, ensuring compliance with Yara's policies for HESQ and Product Stewardship.
Encourage and monitor compliance and code of conduct within Australia’s processes, uphold, safeguard and promote organizational culture, values and reputation in its markets, customers, suppliers, partners and society, and with local employees.
Responsible for Profit & Loss for Yara Australia, deliver commercial and financial objectives within guidelines and budget.
Lead a highly professional, multi-skilled team.
Set people management agenda through alignment programs, talent development planning, performance management and succession management.
Proactively identify and pursue opportunities to strengthen Yara Australia’s brand and influence among external partners by working closely with the distributor to support market development and drive sustainable growth.
Extensive travel is required (up to 60% of the role involves travel when based from Brisbane, with 75%+ travel for candidates based outside of Brisbane)    Profile 10 years’ experience commercial or business development or project management with business exposure.
Higher university degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics or Agronomy.
Long relevant experience can compensate for lack of formal education   In-depth knowledge of B2B (preferably in agriculture/chemicals industry) and stakeholder management is necessary Change Management and influencing experience in large corporate projects.
Excellent team coaching as well as organizational development skills   English (fluent written and verbal) skills are necessary.
Additional languages are an advantage.
Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to think holistically to “see the big picture”   Ability to establish and maintain a high level of trust and confidence   Ability to build, manage and motivate teams across cultural boundaries   Ability to work independently and in teams, connecting with all levels of the organization   Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
Drive to challenge established practices and processes when required   Positive to work and travel in an international and fast paced environment   Contact details Apply no later than Closing date for applications:- 15 August Knowledge grows through differences Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We believe that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do.
To deliver on this, Yara has firmly anchored Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) in our business strategy and has more than 400 employees worldwide involved in D&I ambassadors networks.
As part of our recruitment process, where permitted by local law, we may conduct reference and background checks.
These checks will only be performed when deemed necessary for the nature of the job.
Candidates will be informed by HR before any background checks are initiated.