Crop Sales Specialist

Agriland FS•Woodbine, IA

About The Position

AGRILAND FS is seeking a person passionate about agronomy and working directly with farmers at the farm gate. This position influences agronomy inputs across the acres and supports areas including precision farming, ag credit, seed, plant food, plant protection, and professional custom application. The role receives management, operations, and technical support, 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.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and form strong business relationships quickly.
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.
On-the-job learning and teamwork.

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.