Territory Sales Manager (Req 12216)

Are you interested in joining an industry leader who is passionate about growth? At Southern States Cooperative (A Farmer Owned Cooperative since 1923); we are focused on helping our employees and our customers grow, by being the very best at offering challenging and rewarding career opportunities to our employees and providing superior products, services and growing solutions for our valued customers. We want to hear from you, so come grow with us!!!

How you will impact Southern States Cooperative:

Manages and develops sales relationships for a defined set of current and prospective customers within an assigned geographic territory. Daily field travel.  Performs on-farm sales consultations to review operational needs and provide solutions through the sale of various products, including: seed, fertilizer, crop protectants, feed, chemicals and farm and home products as well as all related services. Relies on agricultural industry expertise, detailed knowledge of SSC products and services, and interpersonal skills to develop strong customer relationships and achieve sales goals. 

• Continuously perform independent on-site sales consultations for current and prospective customers. Depending upon geographic region, sales territories may encompass several counties. Manage sales calls and travel schedule to optimize customer engagement, facilitate efficient service, and achieve sales and performance targets. 
• Effectively communicate with customers to understand their operations. Provide technical assistance and information regarding farm management and production best practices. Assist with identification of issues related to weeds, pests, and/or crops. Recommend products and services that best support the customer's operational needs. 

What you need to succeed: 

Education: Bachelor's Degree, will consider other education with related sales/agriculture experience

Experience: Requires 5 years of agronomic on-site sales experience. Requires knowledge of seed, fertilizer, crop protectant, feed products and services, as well as best practices related to farming and crop production. Previous Southern States work experience strongly preferred.

Some of the many benefits we offer:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Accident Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Paid Time Office
• Vacation Buy-Back
• Company Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Services
• Long Term Care Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Merchandise Discounts
• Wellness Program
• Volunteer Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program  

Southern States Cooperative, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate against individuals based on their race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws, or regulations.