Zach Griggs
Teton,Idaho
Summary
Experienced and knowledgeable Agricultural Industry manager and sales associate with greater than 25 years of personal and professional experience as a livestock manager and industry sales manager. Knowledgeable in multiple livestock nutritional theories, standards, and practices. Proficient in use, upkeep, and maintenance of most common and some specialized farming equipment including but not limited to: balers, star and wheel rakes, and loader tractors. Effective management and delegation practices were created. The ability to effectively work either autonomously or with others was garnered in order to achieve personal and corporate based goals. Experienced with energy management and sustainability practices critical for optimizing efficiency. Utilizes analytical skills to identify and implement cost-saving measures. Knowledge of effective communication and team collaboration to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CES-Certified Energy Specialist
CHS Inc.
Rexburg, Idaho
04.2021 - Current
- Represent the cooperative’s sales and services with product knowledge and profitability
- Regular market updates to consumers.
- Problem solving with solutions based in quality product selection
- Contract procurement for customers of energy goods or services
- Led other teammates with knowledge and skills learned through the CES program.
- Developed and implemented energy efficiency programs to optimize resource utilization.
- Analyzed energy consumption patterns to identify cost-saving opportunities.
Director of Sales/Commodities Purchaser
Cube-It Hay Company
Hamer, Idaho
10.2014 - Current
- Consulted farmers on feed, nutrition, and rations for their livestock
- Bagging crew supervisor
- Properly staffed all shifts of work
- Ensured all machinery and supplies are maintained and sufficient for production
- Hay Purchaser – ordered magnitude: 8,000 tons per year
- Transport Organizer
- Coordinated arrivals and departures of deliveries
Store Manager
Valleywide Cooperative
Rexburg, Idaho
01.2010 - 10.2014
- Managed farm, ranch, and convenient store
- Hired, trained, maintained schedules, and supervised 30+ employees
- Advertising for a variety of store products including but not limited to: Merchandise, Groceries, Livestock feed, fencing, and mineral products
- Developed annual fashion show to increase sales in clothing department
- Weekly store ordering and special customer orders
- Conducted annual store inventory
Assistant Store Manager/Outside Sales Rep
Valleywide Cooperative
Rexburg, Idaho
05.2008 - 01.2010
- Made visits to local producers regarding feed products
- Set up nutritional rations for customers’ livestock
- Worked as a retail representative
- Increased sales for various divisions including but not limited to: feed, fencing, and mineral product
- Led daily operations ensuring exceptional customer service and efficient workflow.
- Trained and mentored staff to enhance product knowledge and sales techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Business
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, Idaho, USAAssociate of Science - Agricultural Business
Ricks College
Rexburg, Idaho, USASkills
- Energy incentive programs
- Renewable energy systems
- Energy benchmarking
- Energy storage solutions
- Sales training and leadership
- Revenue growth
- Sales funnel management
- Sales team training
Certification
- Completion of Sales Enablement and Imparta Sales Courses
- Certification for the Local 4H Program
- Continued Certification of Class B CDL Driver’s License
Awards
2025 Award Nominee-James G Loschen, 2025 Top 10 Performer, Propane, 2024 Top 10 Performer, Lubricants, Cenex Total Protection Plan, Propane, Overall Sales
Timeline
CES-Certified Energy Specialist
CHS Inc.
04.2021 - Current
Director of Sales/Commodities Purchaser
Cube-It Hay Company
10.2014 - Current
Store Manager
Valleywide Cooperative
01.2010 - 10.2014
Assistant Store Manager/Outside Sales Rep
Valleywide Cooperative
05.2008 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Business
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Associate of Science - Agricultural Business
Ricks College