Chief Executive Officer

This range is provided by Western Video Market. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $120,000.00/yr - $210,000.00/yr Additional compensation types Annual Bonus Direct message the job poster from Western Video Market Transforming Workplace Culture to Drive Business Success: Bridging the Gap Between Inclusivity and Profitability #speaker #business consultant #coach… About Western Video Market Western Video Market (WVM) is a leader in livestock video auctions with a long record of service, integrity, and reliable execution. Producers and buyers trust WVM because the company keeps its word. The next CEO will have the unique opportunity to protect these values while strengthening systems, consistency, and disciplined growth, making a significant impact in the livestock industry. Role Summary The CEO sets direction, leads people, and ensures strong operations. The role requires a leader who understands livestock markets, communicates with clarity, and follows through. The CEO will raise expectations, evaluate core systems, and build a unified culture across staff and field representatives. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Culture Protect WVM’s values of honesty, service, and follow-throughLead change in a steady and respectful wayAlign staff, representatives, and shareholders on goals and expectationsCommunicate direction with clarity and consistency Operations and Systems Set clear roles, metrics, and performance standardsStandardize processes across offices and representativesReview current systems, update, and support full adoptionBuild consistency in daily execution Team and Communication Lead with steadiness and direct communicationEstablish a precise rhythm for meetings and updatesBuild a one-team culture across staff and representativesReinforce ownership, accountability, and timely action Market Presence and External Relationships Represent WVM at auctions, producer visits, and industry eventsMaintain trusted relationships and build new ones when neededServe as a credible voice in government and industry discussionsStrengthen WVM’s visibility and presence Financial and Governance Partner with the Board and COO on planning and executionMaintain fiscal discipline and long-term stabilityStrengthen reporting, budgeting, and forecastingSupport long-range planning and succession Disciplined Growth Expand buyer and producer reach in aligned regionsRecruit high-quality business representativesEvaluate growth opportunities that fit WVM’s purposeProtect service standards while pursuing growth Supervision Directly supervises the Chief Operating Officer, Controller and Western Video Market RepresentativesAdditional structure defined with the Board Experience Leadership experience in livestock, agriculture, or related markets preferred.Proven record overseeing operations, people, and financial performance.Experience building industry relationships with producers, buyers, and partners.Background in strategic planning, execution, and organizational leadership.Comfortable leading communication efforts across internal and external stakeholders.Four-year degree preferred. Equivalent industry and leadership experience accepted. Success Markers Year One Trust grows across staff, representatives, and partnersA consistent operating and communication rhythm is in placeRep onboarding and expectations are straightforward and followed Year Three Strong, unified culture with clear standardsExpanded buyer and producer reachReliable, tech-supported operationsStable financial footing through market cyclesLeadership depth and succession plans in place Website: https://wvmcattle.com/ #J-18808-Ljbffr