Farm Supplies Sales Associate
Dairy Farmers of America•Bakersfield, CA
•Remote
About The Position
Generate sales of products and services offered by DFA Farm Supplies (DFA FS) through direct and meaningful interactions. Develop trusted consultative associations and "business-to-business" relationships with DFA members and other prospective customers. This position will be based in the Western Area, the preferred candidate will live in Central California (Modesto/Fresno/Bakersfield areas).
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business Management or Animal Science
- Minimum 2 years' experience in direct on farm sales or the equivalent direct business experience
- Demonstrated history of achieving sales goals
- Experience using Microsoft Office products and Salesforce
- Able to effectively plan a weekly schedule and organize multiple activities within a defined geographic area
- Familiarity with dairy farms and dairy farming practices
- Highly motivated and able to complete tasks within a well-defined system
- Excellent communications skills to ensure the ability to explain and educate coop members about the benefits of working with DFA Farm Supplies
- Motivated to use technology as an asset to enhance work performance
- Able to proficiency use Microsoft Office products and Salesforce
- Must be able to read, write and speak English
Responsibilities
- Work directly with supervisor to develop and execute a comprehensive sales plan for the designated territory
- Document interactions with members/customers in Salesforce within 24 hours
- Exhibit interest in the innovation and progress of dairy operations
- Work collaboratively with DFA FS vendor representatives and DFA field staff to connect with under-served members
- Demonstrate an understanding of general dairy products and services
- At the discretion of the supervisor, work to promote business across all DFA member services business units
- At the discretion of supervisor, assist in the fulfillment of products and services to members by effectively interfacing with fellow team members and existing systems
- Coordinate with supervisor to attend farm shows, membership meetings, and other events as necessary
- Utilize marketing resources to identify targeted outreach efforts for members in assigned territory
- Collaborate with Inside Sales Representatives to target, outreach, and follow-up within the assigned territory
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
