Execute sales plans to achieve sales goals and increase profitability through implementation of sales, marketing and consulting processes for products and services.
Evaluate current customer programs and develop sales and marketing plans and programs to meet complex business needs while growing the business.
Collaborate with sales, marketing, distribution, operations, technical staff and credit to heighten the visibility and impact of sales calls and improve efficiency and profitability.
Facilitate positive long-term relationships with suppliers and customers to create long-term repeat business.
Identify needs and provide consultative services for businesses and customers by combining established relationships with product, marketing and technical skills.
Prepare sales presentations, contracts, bids and proposals to ensure successful outcome of transactions.
Provide training to staff and customers.
Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
Service customer complaints and inquiries.
Lead sales projects and act as a mentor to less experienced sales staff.
Develop knowledge of multiple products and apply this knowledge in all aspects of the job.
Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations.
Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.

High School diploma or GED
2+ years of experience in Sales, Business Development, and/or Sales Business Operations
Bachelor's degree preferred in Agriculture, Business, Communications, Marketing, or related field
2+ years of Ag Retail agronomic experience to include: agronomic field work, presentations, utilizing persuasive negotiation skills, customer service, conflict resolution, and working independently
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Proficient in MS Office Suite: Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Valid driver's license with clean driving record

Agronomy Sales Representative, Experienced

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