Purina Farm & Ranch Sales Intern

Land O'Lakes•Virtual (USA), TN

8d•Remote

About The Position

As a Purina Farm & Ranch Feed Sales Intern, you will be working alongside Purina Animal Nutrition Retail Operations Managers with national retailers, such as Tractor Supply Co and Regional Farm and Ranch accounts. You can expect 75% travel to visit top accounts, learn sales strategy and strive to leave an impact on your assigned territory. This is a virtual position, but the candidate must live in close proximity to an airport due to travel requirements for the role. Travel will be mostly regional, including but not limited to the following states: AR, KS, MO, TX, TN. The position duration is May – August 2027.

Requirements

Ability to travel up to 75% to visit top accounts
Ability to lift 50 lbs. and traverse on uneven ground
Possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record
Excellent communication, writing and critical thinking skills
Manage time and effectively prioritize and implement projects and general work tasks
Give and receive feedback, work collaboratively, exhibit effective social and interpersonal communication skills
Resourceful and innovative in finding solutions to problems
Flexible and adapt to changing business surroundings

Nice To Haves

Pursuing an animal science, agriculture, or business-related bachelor’s degree preferred with junior or senior status preferred
Previous sales experience preferred

Responsibilities

Execute projects to promote Purina to grow and generate sales with national retailers such as Tractor Supply Co and Regional Farm and Ranch accounts
Participate in sales calls and assist with market analysis/research