Matthew Paul

Background

About Matthew Paul

Results-driven management professional with diverse experience across multiple industries. Proven ability in developing and executing customized business plans to increase sales volume, market share, return on sales, and marketplace relevance. Adept at analyzing industry and market trends to provide strategic insights and develop customized solutions focusing on core competencies and key business differentiators. Broad scope of experience across multiple functions from accounting to business leadership. Career Accomplishments: • Developed and launched 2018 AgVenture Brand Campaign "You're not just a farmer. And we're not just seed." and supporting marketing plan focused on AgVenture's four key brand pillars ~ General Manager, AgVenture • Drove growth in corn and soybean sales in first year as General Manger (2016 was the first year for growth since 2012) while delivering ~10% increase in return on sales ~ General Manager, AgVenture • Applied and implemented strategic thinking to identify and capture pricing opportunities, drive pricing direction, and create business alignment while serving as a member of the DuPont Pioneer Margin Enhancement Team.~ Senior Marketing Manager – Pioneer Planning, Pricing & Customer Connections • Successfully led transition and integration of acquired companies and distribution relationships as a member of the PROaccess Leadership and Integration Teams.~ Senior Finance Manager Pioneer PROaccess • Member of Pioneer Western Business Unit leadership team driving record sales growth while winning the 2011 Circle of Excellence Award, recognizing the U.S. Business Unit that best met its primary financial and operating goals.~ Finance Manager Pioneer Western Business Unit Experience: • Team Leadership • Business Plan Development • Marketing Strategy and Brand Positioning • Pricing Strategy and Implementation • Business Valuation and Succession Planning • Investment Analysis • Financial Modeling • Accounting & Reporting