Agronomy Sales Representative, Experienced

CHS Inc.•Minot, ND

9d•Onsite

About The Position

CHS Dakota Agronomy Partners is seeking a dynamic and driven individual to become our next Agronomy Sales Representative in Minot, ND. This role involves engaging directly with farmers, ranchers, and producers to promote crop protection, crop nutrients, seed products, and other essential services through on-the-farm sales presentations. The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter with a passion for agriculture and a strong understanding of agronomic principles.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
2+ years of experience in Sales, Business Development, and/or Sales Business Operations
Strong mathematical aptitude
Ability to formulate precise fertilizer and chemical recommendations
Proactive approach to sales and customer service
Ability to lead initiatives to manage organizational change effectively
Ability to adopt and integrate cutting-edge technologies
Proficient in MS Office Suite: Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Valid driver's license with clean driving record

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred in Agriculture, Business, Communications, Marketing, or related field
2+ years of Ag Retail selling 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

Responsibilities

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.
Collaborate with other DAP divisions to leverage business relationships, growing the CHS enterprise.
Contribute to operational initiatives and assist with related duties to maintain workflow and customer satisfaction