Kevin Chad Cook
Lockney
Summary
Results-oriented leader with a strong background in seed sales and supply management. Known for fostering collaboration among dealers and growers, achieving significant sales increases, and implementing effective training initiatives to enhance product performance.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
SEED FSR
Bayer CropScience Ltd
Lockney, TX
01.2010 - Current
- Facilitated collaboration with 16 seed dealers, streamlining ordering processes and implementing strategic product placement for cotton, corn, and sorghum.
- Created comprehensive training materials for dealers and growers aimed at showcasing product performance and effective placement strategies.
- Coordinated supply and resource strategies to drive sales growth and efficiency.
- Lead as supply lead for sorghum and cotton
- Cultivated relationships with local growers to support sustainable farming techniques and improve crop yields.
- Achieved substantial territory growth, increasing sales from 1,300 bags to 51,000 bags in 2023, recognized with the Sales Excellence Award from Bayer.
Seed Production Manager
Monsanto
Lockney, TX
08.2004 - 01.2009
- Coordinated with growers to establish seed production acres across designated fields.
- Conducted timely assessments of fields to enhance fertility water efficiency and manage defoliation processes.
- Facilitated scheduling of seed catches in partnership with gins and trucking companies to optimize logistics.
QA Lab
Deltapine/Paymaster
Aiken TX
08.1997 - 08.2004
- Conducted detailed evaluations of moisture maturity and VMD damage on seeds developed for commercial utilization.
- Analyzed seed performance by measuring germination rates in both warm and cool environments.
- Oversaw recruitment and management of temporary employees to ensure operational efficiency.
- Performed detailed inspections on delinting machinery and seed storage facilities to uphold quality standards.
Crop Consultant Assistant
Agri-search
Plainview, TX
05.1993 - 08.1997
- Conducted thorough inspections of grower fields under supervision of Bob Glodt.
- Analyzed environmental conditions and delivered tailored recommendations for irrigation and pest management solutions.
- Evaluated growth stages of plants to ensure maximum production levels were achieved.
Education
Lockney High School
Lockney, TX05-1992
Associate of Science - Ag Science
Clarendon Jr College
Clarendon, TX04-1994
No Degree - Plant Science
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TXSkills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
Timeline
SEED FSR
Bayer CropScience Ltd
01.2010 - Current
Seed Production Manager
Monsanto
08.2004 - 01.2009
QA Lab
Deltapine/Paymaster
08.1997 - 08.2004
Crop Consultant Assistant
Agri-search
05.1993 - 08.1997
Lockney High School
Associate of Science - Ag Science
Clarendon Jr College
No Degree - Plant Science
West Texas A&M University