Agronomy Sales Representative, Experienced

CHS Inc.; McVille (ND); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total rewards package

Base wage plus bonuses and commissions

Medical, dental, vision and wellness

401(k), pension, profit sharing

Paid time off and tuition assistance

Job summary

CHS Inc. in McVille, North Dakota is seeking an Agronomy Sales Representative to engage farmers, ranchers and producers with CHS crop protection, nutrients, seed products and related services. You will deliver on-farm sales presentations and drive local growth.

The role requires a proactive sales mindset, strong math skills, and the ability to lead sales initiatives while maintaining safety standards and professional customer relations. ND-based field position with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and/or GED required.
• At least 2+ years of sales, business development, business operations or related experience.
• Bachelor's degree in agriculture, business or related field preferred (additional).
• Outside sales experience including presentations, negotiations and customer service.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; proficient with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Execute sales plans to meet goals and profitability for products and services.
• Develop sales and marketing plans to meet complex business needs and grow the business.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, distribution, operations and credit to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Provide consultative services, manage relationships, and pursue long-term repeat business.
• Prepare presentations, contracts, bids and proposals; train staff and customers.

Skills

Sales

Mathematics

Customer service

Communication

Negotiation

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Join Our Team in North Dakota!

CHS is on the lookout for a dynamic and driven individual to become our next Agronomy Sales Representative in McVille, ND. If you're a motivated self-starter with a passion for agriculture, this is your chance to shine!

In this role, you'll engage directly with farmers, ranchers, and producers, showcasing the benefits of our crop protection, crop nutrients, seed products, and other essential services. Your mission? To make impactful on-farm sales presentations that drive success for our local producers.

What We're Looking For

• A strong mathematical aptitude
• The ability to formulate precise fertilizer and chemical applications
• A proactive approach to sales and customer service
• Leading initiatives to manage organizational change effectively, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption
• Actively adopting and integrating cutting-edge technologies to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge

If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a real difference in the agricultural community, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Execute sales plans to achieve sales goals and increase profitability through the implementation of sales, marketing and consulting processes for products and services.
• Evaluate current customer programs and develop sales and marketing plans and programs to meet complex business needs while growing the business.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, distribution, operations, technical staff, and credit to heighten the visibility and impact of sales calls and improve efficiency and profitability.
• Facilitate positive long-tchange (??** there's a char) relationships with suppliers and customers to create long-term repeat business. Identify needs and provide consultative services for businesses and customers by combining established relationships with product, marketing, and technical skills.
• Prepare sales presentations, contracts, bids, and proposals to ensure the successful outcome of transactions. Provide training to staff and customers.
• Demonstrate effective cross-selling success achieving progressive customer share of wallet for multiple product lines. Apply CHS sales cycle leading to specific targeted results.
• Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner. Service customer complaints and inquiries. Lead sales projects and act as a mentor to less experienced sales staff.
• Develop knowledge of multiple products and apply this knowledge in all aspects of the job. Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
• Other duties and responsibilities as needed or assigned

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• High School Diploma and/or GED
• At least 2+ years of sales, business development, business operations or related experience

Additional Qualifications

• Agronomy sales experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree is preferred in agriculture, business, or related field
• Outside sales experience to include presentations, utilizing persuasive negotiation skills, customer service, conflict resolution, and working independently
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficient in MS Office Suite: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short-and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.