Seed Field Sales Specialist — East of England (Company Vehicle)

Agricultural and Farming Jobs Agency; England; On-site; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural recruitment firm is seeking a Field Sales Specialist - Seeds to develop a profitable sales territory in the East of England. The ideal candidate will have experience in agricultural sales and practical farming knowledge. Responsibilities include achieving sales targets, building relationships with farmers, and promoting seed products. A competitive salary of circa £52,000 per year, along with a company vehicle and benefits, are provided.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Company pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Employment assistance

Life insurance

Income protection

30 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Proven track record and experience in a similar agricultural sales role.
• Practical farming experience.
• Good communication skills.
• Clean Driving Licence.
• IT literate.
• BASIS / FACTS - desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales targets by product group/varieties/brands.
• Agree and implement a sales business plan.
• Produce sales forecast for each sales campaign.
• Visit farmers to promote and sell the product portfolio.
• Develop relationships with independent agronomy groups.
• Follow up on company marketing campaigns.
• Attend trade shows and manage demo sites.
• Plan and present farmer meetings and demonstrations.
• Attend company sales meetings and training.
• Continuously develop personal skills.
• Adhere to company credit and pricing policies.
• Report activities to management using CRM.
• Manage time and activities using the CRM sales system.
• Create marketing lists to drive marketing intel.
• Use IT tools to input orders and new accounts.

Skills

Proven track record and experience in agricultural sales

Practical farming experience

Good communication skills

Clean Driving Licence

IT literate

BASIS / FACTS certification

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

A leading agricultural recruitment firm is seeking a Field Sales Specialist - Seeds to develop a profitable sales territory in the East of England. The ideal candidate will have experience in agricultural sales and practical farming knowledge. Responsibilities include achieving sales targets, building relationships with farmers, and promoting seed products. A competitive salary of circa £52,000 per year, along with a company vehicle and benefits, are provided.