Agronomy Associate/Precision - Southern FS, Inc. - Marion, IL

GROWMARK, Inc.•Marion, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of Agronomy Manager, support sales in the assigned territory through precision installs, soil sampling, RTK boundaries, & Drone applications. Promote a positive attitude and be supportive of the team concept.

Requirements

Normally requires a college degree in agriculture, marketing, or other business related discipline and sale/marketing experience to demonstrate the ability to generate profitable sales in the assigned territory.
Work towards obtaining the Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) certification.
Understanding of all agronomic product lines along with sales ability/persuasiveness, face-to-face selling skills, assertiveness, tenacity/persistence, resilience, competitive adeptness, inventory development and management, credit worthiness, and product proficiency.
Proven team building skills and the ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
Proven professional communication, persuasion, presentation, and customer service skills.
Demonstrated planning, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to use the computer to enhance business processes.
Demonstrated core skills including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and have the ability to travel independently and overnight as needed.

Responsibilities

Helps with competitive analysis to maintain a current knowledge of the marketplace and the competition.
Attain a part 107 drone certification
Responsible for the maintenance and appearance of equipment and facilities.
Supports grower meetings/activities in the assigned area. Provides follow up on customer complaints and seeks a reasonable “win/win” resolution.
Promotes the use of the company’s Credit programs as a sales tool and helps provide the required information to establish credit.
Attain a CDL license with HazMat endorsement
Adheres to the company Uniform Policy, and maintains the appropriate professional image.
Ensures appropriate image of Southern FS is displayed and promoted.
Adheres to the company environmental health and safety policies and training.
Attend agronomy/precision trainings as requested.
Performs other duties as assigned.