Now Hiring - Ag Plus - Agronomy Sales Specialist in Columbia City, IN

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Agronomy Sales Specialist
Summary
The Agronomy Sales Specialist is responsible for proper recommendations and placement of chemicals and fertilizers, and the operations of their assigned computers and equipment. Seed sales will also be an integral part of the position. The Agronomy Sales Specialist will work with customers to develop a seed program that will promote growth in Ag Plus’ seed business. The Agronomy Sales Specialist is also responsible for maintaining and building customer relationships within their assigned territory. The position will include field scouting, working with management to coordinate spread, spray and lime scheduling at the location.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Compile lists of current and prospective customers for use as sales leads.
• Must know, understand and comply with all safety and government regulations.
• Basic knowledge of all chemical sales and their abilities of control.
• Responsible for fertilizer and chemical sales during the season including making accurate price and quantity quotes with correct terms.
• Responsible for travels throughout the territory for the establishment and maintenance of customer relationships within and assigned territory.
• Available to assist other departments in their peak seasons.
• Responsible to do recommendations and computer work for fertilizer/chemical and seed.
• Make regular sales calls on customer promoting the products that the company sells.
• Work with management team to grow the business including seed.
• Acquire the proper licenses to perform the job necessary at the location.
• Perform other duties that may be directed by the supervisor.
• Support Ag Plus’ stated Vision, Mission, and Business Values.
• Projects a positive attitude to customers and employees at all times.
• Provides outstanding and courteous customer service.
• Promotes and supports Ag Plus’ agronomy programs.
• Maintains facility and equipment so that they have a good appearance and are always in working order.
• Promotes Ag Plus’ products and services to customers.

Qualifications
Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree (B. S.) from four-year college or university; or 5-10 years or more related experience and/or education; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Employment is contingent on passing pre-employment drug test, driver check, and signing employment agreements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company car
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Profit sharing

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Travel requirement:

• Travel

Application Question(s):

• How many years of on the job Agricultural experience do you have?
• Do you have a bachelors degree relating to Agriculture?

Experience:

• Agronomy Sales: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person