Anna Adams

Sulfur & Micronutrients Product Line Lead @CHS Inc.

Minneapolis, MN, US

Lead the growth and profitability of CHS’s sulfur and micronutrients portfolio, including marketing optimization of molten sulfur from key refinery partners. Manage a high-value P&L and implement strategies that strengthen CHS’s market position in the crop nutrients sector. Oversee procurement, strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, value chain optimization, market analysis, pricing, trading, and sales collaboration.• Trading & Market Strategy – Shaped market outlooks and trading strategies for sulfur products and micronutrients including zinc, boron, copper, and manganese.• Procurement & Supplier Relations – Built and nurtured strategic supplier partnerships, expanding sourcing options and securing long-term agreements that support growth.• Sales Enablement – Partnered with account managers to forecast demand, share market insights, and guide buying strategies tailored to customer needs.• Cost & Logistics Optimization – Negotiated offtake agreements, improved freight efficiency, and refined logistics processes to achieve meaningful cost savings.• Cross-Matrix P&L Leadership – Aligned P&L strategies across crop nutrients wholesale, crop protection, and retail segments to ensure sustainable profitability.• Team Leadership & Development – Mentored and coached emerging merchandising talent, fostering commercial, analytical, and market insight skills.• Market Intelligence – Delivered clear, actionable intelligence through pricing analysis, competitive reviews, and industry trend monitoring to inform strategic decisions.