WinField United Sales Associates

Land O'Lakes

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

This entry level position is a 2-year rotational program, offering two unique 12-month experiences with the opportunity to learn our system, tools and strategies. Upon successful completion of the Associate Program, candidates will have the opportunity to apply to open positions within WinField United. Experience in the rotations will allow Associates to gain knowledge in utilizing the latest agronomic technologies, as well as enable our ag customers to position brands on behalf of WinField United and gain experience building relationships and networks at both levels. Additional opportunities will be offered to gain knowledge in a unique array of strategies to help our entire system succeed within a partnered relationship. SALES Sales Associates will be placed in a division that focuses on total acre solutions using top-performing seed, crop protection, and crop nutrient products. This rotation will build upon your previous agronomy work experience by engaging with growers and retailers on business development skills and customer relationship and sales skills while learning about the WinField United products and services. You will also utilize field trial testing to uncover yield potential through nutrients, crop protection, and seed to bring targeted insights to growers via total acre solution.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with graduation date of Dec 2026 or May 2027
Interest in pursuing a future career within the agriculture industry with majors in crop/soil science, agronomy, ag business/sales, or any ag related majors
Ability to draw insights from data
Willing to travel 20%-50% of the time, which could include nights and weekends
Must possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license and have/maintain a satisfactory driving record in order to operate a company-assigned vehicle
Must be open to relocation for each rotation assignment
Make effective decisions and can work independently with limited supervision
Interact well with customers, suppliers, employees and management of all levels
Ability to solve and resolve issues quickly and in an effective manner
Create and present informative and educational product presentations
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong time management skills and detail oriented
Demonstrate the ability to be agile in changing market conditions

Responsibilities

Gain knowledge in utilizing the latest agronomic technologies.
Position brands on behalf of WinField United.
Build relationships and networks.
Engage with growers and retailers on business development skills.
Develop customer relationship and sales skills.
Learn about WinField United products and services.
Utilize field trial testing to uncover yield potential through nutrients, crop protection, and seed.
Bring targeted insights to growers via total acre solution.
Frequently move, lift and carry boxes, tubs, and tools weighing 50-60 lbs.
Access and utilize farm equipment.
Move or traverse on uneven ground.
Work extended hours during peak seasons.
Travel overnight.