Chief Executive Officer
Description
GreenPoint Ag is a leading agricultural retail and services company serving farmers across the Mid-South and Southeastern United States. Owned by a network of farmer cooperatives, we are built on trust, local relationships, and agronomic expertise.
We are seeking a CEO to lead our next phase of profitable growth, operational excellence, and cooperative alignment.
Interested candidates are kindly asked to submit their applications by close of business on April 24th to ensure full consideration.
The Opportunity
This is a unique opportunity to lead a farmer-owned, multi-location enterprise at scale. The CEO will partner with the Board and member cooperative owners to deliver strong financial performance while strengthening the relationships that define the cooperative system.
Key Responsibilities
- Own enterprise performance—deliver sustainable profitability and returns.
- Partner with the Board and member cooperatives with transparency, trust, and long-term value creation.
- Drive operational excellence across locations (safety, consistency, execution, accountability).
- Set and execute strategy to strengthen competitiveness amid industry change.
- Build and lead a high-performing team, including talent development and succession.
- Ensure disciplined financial management (working capital, capital allocation, risk management).
- Champion organizational culture and values —foster a positive workplace environment that aligns with cooperative principles and encourages engagement.
- Lead innovation and digital transformation —identify and implement technology solutions to improve operations and customer experience.
- Represent GreenPoint Ag externally —serve as the public face of the organization, building relationships with industry partners, government officials, and the broader community.
- Monitor and anticipate industry trends —stay informed on market developments, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics to proactively adjust strategies.
Candidate Profile
Industry & Operational Experience (Required)
- 15+ years of related agricultural experience (ag retail, agronomy services, input distribution, or closely adjacent sectors), including 5+ years in senior leadership roles.
- Proven success leading a distributed, multi-location operation with significant P&L accountability.
- Deep understanding of farmer economics, seasonal cycles, and input markets; credibility with field operators.
- Experience navigating complex stakeholders (board, owners, or cooperative systems) strongly preferred.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, agribusiness, business, finance, or a related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
Leadership Capabilities
- Operator mindset: understands how the business runs at the location level
- Strategic clarity: balances near-term performance with long-term positioning
- Trust builder: earns credibility with cooperative owners, the Board, and employees
- Talent leader: builds strong teams and develops future leaders
Financial & Business Acumen
- Demonstrated ability to improve profitability and manage margins
- Strong command of working capital and capital allocation
- Ability to translate financial results into operational actions
Personal Attributes
- Integrity beyond question
- Humility with confidence
- Decisive and steady under pressure
- High accountability and strong work ethic
What Success Looks Like
In the first 12–18 months, the CEO will:
- Build strong, trust-based relationships with member cooperatives and the Board
- Assess and align the leadership team
- Deliver consistent financial performance
- Clarify and communicate a focused strategic direction
- Establish disciplined, consistent execution across the organization
About GreenPoint Ag
GreenPoint Ag is a farmer-owned, American-owned company. We’re committed to farmers’ success, because that’s the only way we succeed. It’s a responsibility we don’t take lightly, and we look for employees who share this same commitment.
As a leading Southeastern U.S. agricultural inputs company, we source our strength from high-quality employees who allow us to build long-term relationships with our customers. We operate in over 100 communities across ten states.
If you share a passion for rural America and the farmers who are so vital to its health, then we’d like to talk with you. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace with the opportunity to challenge yourself in one of today’s most vital industries. If you are a hardworking, passionate team player we would love to consider adding you to the GreenPoint Ag team.
As a leading Southeastern U.S. agricultural inputs company, we source our strength from high-quality employees who allow us to build long-term relationships with our customers. We operate in over 100 communities across ten states.
If you share a passion for rural America and the farmers who are so vital to its health, then we’d like to talk with you. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace with the opportunity to challenge yourself in one of today’s most vital industries. If you are a hardworking, passionate team player we would love to consider adding you to the GreenPoint Ag team.