What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seed District Sales Manager position at Agriland FS?
Are you a professional in Agriculture? Do you have a passion for selling seed? AGRILAND FS looking for a leader to train, coach and lead the marketing efforts of agronomy sales people to grow our seed business in an assigned territory.
Core responsibilities:
- Profitable seed and trait sales growth
- Leading, training and coaching agronomy salespeople to market seed
- Interact with key seed customers and prospects regularly
- Conduct sales calls and targeted grower meetings with Crop Specialists
- Develop and train Crop Specialists on seed selling technique and product information
- Develop, implement, and guide seed marketing activities throughout the year, with a focus on customer retention and expanding the number of seed customers
What we need from you:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent, plus 5-7 years of sales experience prefer an agriculture major
- Technical experience with seed, fertilizer, and crop protection products
- Knowledge of market analysis, pricing strategies, and supply forecasts in the seed industry
- Skilled in sales leadership, closing techniques, and working in a team-oriented environment
- Professional communication, time management, decision-making, and organizational skills
- Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and able to travel overnight, on a limited basis
- Able to lift seed bags up to 70 pounds
What we offer our team:
- A company vehicle
- Solid retirement future with a 100% company-funded Pension Plan at no cost to you, plus an additional 401k with company match
- Paid time off, sick pay, and paid holidays
- Competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and more
- Opportunity to make an immediate impact with a strong team dedicated to success
- Excellent products to promote using a three brand strategy
AGRILAND FS is an equal opportunity employer