Seed Sales Manager

Seed area of AGRILAND FS to ensure financial performance and profitable growth consistent with the policies and practices of AGRILAND FS.

Core Responsibilities:

• Provides marketing and sales leadership for the District Seed Sales Specialists, Crop Specialists, and location teams.

• Works closely with Agronomy Sales Managers to develop seed strategies and best practices that will be predictive of seed growth and success.

• Leads implementation of all seed strategies and programs to meet objectives.

• Provides proactive leadership for training/developmental plans that improves marketing effectiveness and serves as foundation for seed sales across the sales team.

• Establishes seed performance standards, goals and development/implementation of business plans for achieving company financial objectives.

• Utilizes appropriate seed sales administration practices and reporting process for the purpose of measuring progress towards specific objectives with the use of technology.

• Identifies and implements best practices which lead to strong financial performance and outstanding customer service.

• Provides input for company seed marketing, operational, business and procurement strategies and program development.

• Assists in providing technical information for agronomy, seed sales and marketing.

• Assists in the assessment of strengths and weaknesses of competitors and understands the market.

What we need from you:

• Bachelor's degree in Agronomy Business or equivalent thereof, plus 5-7 years' sales experience

• Demonstrate knowledge of seed, fertilizer, and crop protection products

• Demonstrate knowledge of market analysis, pricing strategies, and supply forecasts

• Proven sales leadership and demonstrates closing techniques

• Proven ability to build relationships, identify producer needs and make multi-product proposals

• Proven professional communication skills, customer service, interpersonal, presentation, and persuasion skills

• Demonstrate planning, time management and organizational skills

• Demonstrated the ability to be self-directed, make decisions, and work in a team-oriented environment

• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license. Require overnight travel on a limited basis

• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds

What we offer our team:

• A company vehicle

• Solid retirement future with a 100% company-funded Pension Plan at no cost to you, plusan additional 401k with company match

• Paid time off, sick pay, and paid holidays

• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and more

• Opportunity to make an immediate impact with a strong team dedicated to success

• Casual office attire

Are you a good match to join the AGRILAND FS Team as a Seed Sales Manager? Apply now!

AGRILAND FS is an equal opportunity employer