Ag Sales Trainee

Ziegler • Maryville, MO

21d • $24 - $28

About The Position

Ziegler Ag Equipment has a great entry-level opportunity as an Ag Sales Trainee for an energetic, self-starting individual with an interest in serving our many industries. The Ag Sales Trainee position is a full-time role where you have the opportunity to learn about all areas of the business and industries we serve. It is truly a unique opportunity to learn about our business and create meaningful relationships! As an Ag Sales Trainee, you will be actively involved with several key business areas including: Sales, Sales Administration, Parts Operations, Product Support, Marketing, and Guidance Technology. Additionally, you will gain exposure to the other markets we serve including Construction, Mining, Electric Power, and more. After completing approximately 6 months of foundational training and assignments at several of our branch locations, opportunities for placement will be evaluated in all areas of exposure during the trainee program. The Trainee program has proven to be an important step on the pathway to promotion in all key business areas, including sales and management roles.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Highly motivated and driven personality
• Clean driving record

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical aptitude preferred
• Previous experience in agriculture industry a plus
• Interest in working in the markets we serve in a customer-facing position
• Quick learner; genuinely curious to learn more and ask questions

Responsibilities

• Takes time to learn company's organizational structure
• Communicates on a consistent basis with direct supervisor
• Asks questions and actively engages with the people responsible for training in assigned department
• Creates meaningful relationships through effective communication skills
• Promotes Ziegler at trade-shows or other company events
• Completes necessary in-person and online training
• Contacts department manager prior to training session to finalize schedule and create a plan
• Interacts professionally with customers and employees in all settings

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 15 days of PTO your first year, accrual starts day 1
• 9 paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with company contribution and match
• HSA (Health Savings Account), Ziegler contributes up to $1000 tax-free each year
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, FSA & EAP
• Paid Parental Leave & Funeral Leave
• Fitness membership discount
• Education Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees