Relationship Manager

DATE OF POSTING: February 19, 2008
GROUP/DIVISION, DEPARTMENT: Agribusiness Banking Group/Commercial Ag Division
LOCATION: Minneapolis
REPORTS TO: Regional Vice President
CLOSING DATE FOR POSTING:  February 26, 2008

Position Summary:

Manages the overall profitability and credit quality of a loan portfolio.  Manages account relationships with existing and prospective customers in assigned market and/or industry segment.  Maximizes credit and financial services provided to the customer to enhance the bank’s profitability goals.  Implements marketing and account servicing plans to capitalize on marketing opportunities within assigned segment.  Develops new business and manages existing portfolio.  Supports the achievement of profitability and credit goals for the division through day-to-day management of account relationships.

Knowledge and Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or relevant discipline and 8-10 years experience preferably in banking, financial services industry or agriculture or appropriate combination of education and experience.  Broad knowledge of credit and financing alternatives.  Knowledge of technical standards, industry trends, technology and regional/national regulatory requirements.  Knowledge of competitive environment and practices in customer’s industry.  Knowledge of cross marketing.  Ability to analyze all components on standard credits.

Other Requirements:

Ability to make marketing presentations to potential and existing customers.  Moderate to extensive travel required.