Area Sales Manager - Agribusiness (Red River Valley, ND/MN)

John Deere; Fargo (ND); Remote; USD 92,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Area Sales Manager for the Red River Valley area. This remote position involves supporting agricultural retailers and producers, traveling up to 50%, and improving sales processes. The ideal candidate has a strong sales background and excellent relationship-building skills.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive pay

Retirement plans

Healthcare

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in sales, marketing, or related fields.
• Willingness to travel domestically up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Support and develop crop input finance programs to increase sales.
• Act as a liaison between retailers and JDF resources.
• Travel approximately 50% of the time to meet with retailers and producers.

Skills

Relationship-Building

Communication

Negotiation

Planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Sales

Job description

Area Sales Manager - Agribusiness (Red River Valley, ND/MN)

John Deere is seeking an Area Sales Manager for the Red River Valley area (Eastern North Dakota/Northwest Minnesota). This is a remote position that may require travel up to 50% domestically to support agricultural retailers and producers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and develop crop input finance programs to increase sales and provide solutions for agricultural retailers and their customers.
• Act as a liaison between retailers and JDF resources, improving processes and resolving issues.
• Serve as a Subject-Matter-Expert for the JDF agribusiness channel in your geographic footprint.
• Communicate market conditions, competition, and customer issues to key stakeholders to support profitable growth.
• Increase retailer demand and grower awareness of JDF Multi-Use products.
• Travel approximately 50% of the time to meet with retailers, producers, and manufacturing reps.
• Maintain detailed records of sales calls and use this information to strengthen relationships.

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience in sales, marketing, credit, or related business fields.
• Strong relationship-building, communication, negotiation, and planning skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically up to 50%.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of JDF Multi-Use Account programs.
• Experience in the agricultural industry, including crop inputs, markets, and competitors.
• Sales experience in financial services or equipment.
• Proven track record of improving business performance.
• Ability to work independently as a self-starter.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Agriculture, Marketing/Sales, or equivalent work experience.

Compensation and Benefits: $92,400 - $138,600 annually plus benefits, including flexible work arrangements, competitive pay, retirement plans, healthcare, tuition assistance, and more. Learn more about our Total Rewards Package.

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.