Gowan Company · 1 day ago
Global Head of Assets
Gowan Company is seeking a Global Head of Assets to enhance their business and product portfolio in alignment with long-term strategy. This leadership role involves managing a team, collaborating with various stakeholders, and driving growth and innovation in the agriculture sector.
AgricultureManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead Asset Management: Direct and manage the assets team responsible for overseeing product portfolio management, acquisitions, and asset divestments, across the organization
Collaborate with Business Development: Work closely with the business development team to identify strategic opportunities for acquisitions, product enhancements, cross-licenses, and other business collaborations that will augment Gowan’s portfolio
Facilitate Acquisition Strategy: Partner with asset teams, country leaders, and R&D departments to identify emerging market needs and prioritize strategic investments. Lead discussions on asset prioritization and investments
Industry Networking: Maintain and expand a broad network within the crop protection and adjacent industries, fostering relationships that can provide opportunities, partnerships, and market insights
Drive Business Growth: Collaborate with various global stakeholders to ensure that asset management strategies are aligned with business growth, financial objectives, and market demand
Drive Business Excellence: Create competitive advantages with a culture of continuous improvement and innovation to drive superior performance and sustainable growth for the organization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Strategic Management, Agronomy, Plant Pathology, Biology, or a related field
Minimum 10+ years of leadership experience in business asset management, general management, or business development in the agriculture or crop protection industry
Strong background in agriculture and a deep understanding of the future challenges in the industry
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate across departments
Proven track record of building and maintaining strong relationships within the crop protection industry and adjacent sectors
Appreciation for diverse cultures and the ability to work effectively in a global business environment
Ability to think creatively and structure complex deals including cross-licenses, partnerships, and asset purchases
Strong organizational skills and the ability to execute strategic initiatives effectively
Strategic negotiation skills with proven ability to structure and complete complex deals
Deep experience in agriculture and understanding of industry challenges and future trends
Excellent influence, communication, and assertiveness skills
Proven ability to work collaboratively across functions and teams
Strategic thinking and business acumen with experience in M&A processes
Preferred
Master's Degree in Business (MBA)
Master's Degree in Ag-Science or a related discipline
Company
Gowan Company
Gowan Company is a company supplying crop protection products for specialty sectors include trees, vines, vegetables.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
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