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Seed Sales Specialist - Eastern KS
One of Land O'Lakes Member Owner Agriculture Retailers is currently seeking a Seed Sales Specialist to join their team in Garnett, KS.
Position Summary:
The Seed Sales Specialist is responsible for sales of seed and other agronomy products/services to production customers by performing the following duties:
Make sales calls throughout assigned territories to determine agronomy needs, create solutions and build long term relationships with customers that will generate sales of seed, fertilizer, ag chemicals and agronomy services.
Plans and carries out test plots at farms to demonstrate improved varieties of field crops such as corn and soybeans to use as a sales tool.
Develop and maintain a current list of customers and prospects and rate them based on potential size of operation, credit worthiness and other pertinent marketing information.
Keep current on agronomic products, trends, problems, services, and resources to sell agronomy products in an ethical manor.
Recommends and sells products and programs to the producer within the company credit and pricing policies.
Relays competitive sales, pricing and marketing information to management in a timely manner.
Position Competencies and Qualifications:
Associate's or Bachelor’s degree (B.A.); or 3-5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Frequently move, lift and carry boxes, tubs, and tools weighing 50-60 lbs., access and utilize farm equipment, and move or traverse on uneven ground.
Ability to work extended hours during peak busy seasons.
Possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
Candidates must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.
Professional Skills:
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.
If you have questions about how to apply, please call the HR Solution Center at 844-LOL-HR4U (844-565-4748) M-F 8:00am-4:30pm CT.
