[Hiring] Head of Sales & Business Development @AgAmerica

Role Description

AgAmerica is seeking an exceptional Head of Sales & Business Development to lead its national agricultural mortgage lending platform through its next phase of growth. The ideal candidate is a builder, coach, and operator who combines expertise in mortgage lending, credit, and agricultural finance with a demonstrated ability to transform, scale, and lead sales organizations.

• Conceive and execute a national sales strategy, balancing internal sales engine and external referral networks.
• Recruit and develop a high-performing team capable of quality lead generation.
• Utilize KPIs to create transparent accountability.
• Build an enduring sales and business development organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in mortgage lending, agricultural finance, banking, or related financial services.
• Strong credit background with the ability to evaluate loan structures, underwriting considerations, and credit risk.
• Demonstrated experience building and scaling geographically distributed teams.
• Proven history of recruiting, developing, and retaining top sales talent.
• Significant experience implementing sales processes and KPI-driven management.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a high-growth, performance-oriented environment.
• Alignment with the mission: to understand the American farmer, to provide innovative financial solutions, and to act as a guidepost in a changing agricultural landscape.

Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Travel may be required.

Benefits

• Health/dental/vision insurance.
• 401k program with employer match.
• Generous time off.
• Dog-friendly office.
• Fun work environment.

Company Description

AgAmerica built a recognizable brand, strong operational infrastructure, and proven lending track record over its decade-plus history. This role is designed for a transformational leader who wants to build an enduring sales and business development organization, not simply maintain an existing one.