Ag Sales Rep - Northern Iowa (Field)

BASF SE • NC

81d

About The Position

We are looking for Ag Sales Rep to join our Agricultural Solutions team and will be based in Northern Iowa. As a member of this team, you will be responsible for the promotion and sales of a broad crop protection portfolio through the engagement with retailers, distributors, and growers across the Northern Iowa geography. You will build customer plans, offer agronomic recommendations and customer service for your assigned customers. You will need to reside or be willing to relocate to Northern Iowa (I-35 west) region for this position.

Requirements

• Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Agronomy, Communications or related degrees.
• Have 4-6 years of sales experience in the Crop Protection industry.
• Demonstrate a strong knowledge base on cropping systems that include corn and soybeans as well as the various crop protection products that are used with each crop.
• Have the ability to execute on marketing strategies while demonstrating a willingness to be creative in customizing a local strategy.
• Are a confident, clear and energetic communicator, passionate about working within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Identifying customer needs and creating agronomic solutions that allow our customers to achieve their business goals and service their customers.
• Creating the promotion and sales of a broad crop protection portfolio through the engagement with retailers, distributors and growers.
• Developing a business plan to segment and target retailers, distribution and key influencers, developing short and long term customer action plans and anticipate/respond to market dynamics.
• Conducting product updates, trials, technical and sales training to growers, retailers, distributors, and influence groups.
• Participating in district, regional or national cross functional teams and provide timely and accurate administration and communication of customer needs to others in the organization.
• Driving strategic decisions for the business, you will submit timely reports required to identify opportunities, emerging threats, and competitive activities.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees