Agronomy & Crop Inputs Sales Specialist

FS System; Lena (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

401(k) match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Disability

Identity protection

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Stephenson Service Company in Lena, IL is seeking a Crops Associate to develop customers through marketing crop inputs, seeds, and related services to maximize profitable sales. The role involves assisting crop specialists, soil sampling, crop scouting, and implementing seed sales strategies.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in agriculture or business (or 1–2 years experience) and a valid driver’s license; CDL endorsement preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in agriculture or business; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as units of measure, percentages, and discounts.
• Must maintain a current valid Driver’s License that includes a CDL endorsement with appropriate classifications needed to perform duties assigned.
• Must maintain a current Illinois Department of Agriculture issued; Illinois Operators License and a current Illinois Applicators License as required by the Illinois Department of Agriculture.

Responsibilities

• Assists Crop Specialists in day-to-day duties.
• Completes soil sampling and crop scouting and complete reports reflecting analysis.
• Provides assistance with and implements seed sales strategies that generate profitable sales.
• Implements innovative sales programs and pricing strategies.
• Participates in selected sales activities, i.e., customer meetings, trade shows, and sales meetings to keep abreast of sales trends and sales environment.
• Assists with seed sorting, treatment and delivery operations to ensure timely distribution.
• Creates and manages a whole farm proposal giving value-added seed products and recommendations.
• Expedites the resolution of customer problems and complaints.
• Scouts crops to ensure agronomic conditions and makes recommendations to improve customer satisfaction.
• Maintains accurate records of all sales and prospecting activities.
• Maintains knowledge of product applications, technical services, market conditions, competitive activities, advertising, and promotional trends.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Stephenson Service Company in Lena, IL is seeking a Crops Associate to develop customers through marketing crop inputs, seeds, and related services to maximize profitable sales. The role involves assisting crop specialists, soil sampling, crop scouting, and implementing seed sales strategies.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in agriculture or business (or 1–2 years experience) and a valid driver’s license; CDL endorsement preferred.