Crop Advisor Beresford, SD

Simplot • Prairie Township, SD

12d

About The Position

The Crop Advisor provides customer service to growers through the sale of crop nutrition, crop protection, seed, specialty, technology, and other agronomic products and consultative services. The role operates under the general direction of the Market Manager, who supports and leads Crop Advisors in designated agronomic geographies to achieve the Company’s financial goals and operational objectives.

The Crop Advisor promotes Simplot Grower Solutions and develops business with growers in a defined area. The position advises customers, monitors individualized agronomic programs, identifies product and service opportunities, and coordinates with sales and operations colleagues to support customer outcomes and profitability.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of similar industry experience.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated focus on meeting customer expectations and delivering excellent customer service.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with management, team members, and customers.
• Self-driven, self-motivated, and customer-service-oriented, with the ability to be an effective team player.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a four-year college or university; equivalent education and experience will be considered toward minimum role requirements.
• CCA certification.
• PCA certification.

Responsibilities

• Promote the Simplot brand and grow new business while managing a customer base in a defined area to meet sales, profitability, and gross margin goals.
• Identify product and service opportunities for current customers that support both Simplot’s and the customer’s bottom line.
• Market products to growers through sales calls, advice, and consultative services; monitor individualized programs involving crop protection, crop nutrition, seed, specialty, technology, and related areas.
• Emphasize and sell proprietary products where appropriate to maximize profitability.
• Collaborate with other Crop Advisors, as directed by Region Managers and/or Market Managers, to build knowledge, develop sales and marketing, manage customer relationships, and increase profits in the Sales Area.
• Interface regularly with the Region Manager and Market Manager to execute market strategies and report sales trends, competitor activities, opportunities, and challenges in the geography.
• Follow through on operational matters, including delivery, application, and billing, and communicate regularly with operations to support strong delivery and service outcomes.
• Maintain customer agronomic records and assist in establishing customer financial records.
• Collaborate with the Area Financial Services Manager on establishing credit and resolving credit matters.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed