Crop Sales Specialist

Agriland FS•Albany, MO

About The Position

AGRILAND FS is seeking a person with a passion for agronomy who wants to work at the farm gate. The position has an impact on agronomy inputs across customers’ acres and involves products and services including precision farming, Ag Credit, seed, plant food, plant protection, and professional custom application. The role is supported by management, operations, and technical teams, with incentives intended to prioritize and reward activities that predict success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an agriculture-related field or equivalent experience.
Minimum of three years of experience in agriculture; job-related work experience is preferred.
Strong basic understanding of agronomy technical knowledge.
Strong communication, persuasive, and business skills.
Strong work ethic and ability or experience balancing work and life issues.
Proven ability to work independently and form fast, strong business relationships.
Must pass all pre-employment testing and a background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience setting appointments and demonstrating value to customers.
Experience working in production agriculture or agricultural retail.

Responsibilities

Communicate regularly with targeted customers and prospects to market agronomy products and services that enhance producers’ businesses and increase profitable sales.
Offer agronomic solutions to increase yield and profitability.
Prioritize, organize, and execute activities to meet business goals.
Use risk management strategies with current and future accounts.
Grow personal knowledge of agronomy and business to improve problem-solving skills.