Crop Advisor McCrory, AR

Simplot; McCrory (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Simplot Grower Solutions in McCrory, AR seeks a Crop Advisor to support growers with crop nutrition, crop protection, seed, technology and other agronomic products and consultative services. The role reports to the Market Manager and drives growth within a defined geography.

You will promote the Simplot brand, pursue new business, provide consultative guidance, coordinate with peers and operations, and maintain accurate customer records and credit considerations. Travel up to 50% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) preferred; equivalent education/experience considered.
• 1-3 years of similar experience in the industry is required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel and Outlook.
• Demonstrated focus on meeting customer expectations and delivering excellent service.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with management, teammates and customers.
• Self-driven and customer-service oriented; strong teamwork.
• CCA and PCA are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Grow new business and manage a customer base within a defined area to meet sales and gross margin targets.
• Market products to growers with sales calls, advice and consultative services, and agronomic programs.
• Collaborate with other Crop Advisors to increase knowledge, sales, and profits in the area.
• Interface with Region/Market Manager to execute market strategies and report trends.
• Ensure delivery, application and billing are handled; coordinate with operations for strong performance.
• Maintain customer agronomic and financial records and assist in establishing credit and resolving matters.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Team player

CCA/PCA preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Crop Advisor McCrory, AR

The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

This Simplot Grower Solutions role provides customer service to growers through the sale of crop nutrition, crop protection, seed, specialty, technology and other agronomic products and consultative services. The role is led under the general direction of the Market Manager, who provides support and leadership to all Crop Advisors within specifically recognized agronomic geographies to achieve the Company’s financial goals and operational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and live the Simplot brand as the best-in-class Agricultural distributor. Grow new business and manage a customer base within a defined area to meet and exceed area sales and profitability goals and gross margin targets.

• Seek out product and service opportunities for current customers that enhance both Simplot and the customer’s bottom line. Market products to growers by initiating sales calls, providing advice and consultative services, and monitoring individualized agronomic programs in respect to use of crop protection, crop nutrition, seed, specialty, technology and other related areas. Emphasize and sell proprietary products where appropriate to maximize profitability.

• Collaborate with other Crop Advisors, as directed by Region Managers and/or Market Managers, to increase knowledge, develop sales, marketing, manage customer relationships and increase profits in the Sales Area.

• Regularly interface with the Region Manager and Market Manager to execute market strategies, report sales trends and competitor activities, as well as opportunities and challenges in the geography.

• Ensure adequate follow-through in regards to operational aspects of the business such as delivery, application and billing are handled appropriately. Regularly and reliably communicate with operations to ensure strong performance in delivery and service outcomes.

• Maintain customer agronomic records, assist in establishing customer financial records and collaborate with the Area Financial Services Manager in the establishment of credit and resolution of credit matters.

Typical Education

Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from 4 year college or university is preferred (Equivalent experience of education and experience will be considered for meeting the minimum requirements of the role)

Relevant Experience

• 1-3 years of similar experience in the industry is required.

• Required computer skills include knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel and Outlook.

• Demonstrated focus on meeting customer expectations and working to deliver excellent customer service.

• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with management, other team members, and customers.

• Must be self-driven, self-motivated, and customer service-oriented, while being an effective team player.

• CCA and PCA are preferred.

Job Requisition ID: 26955

Travel Required: Up to 50%

Location(s): SGS Retail - McCrory

Country: United States

Nearest Major Market: Little Rock

**The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.**

If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position, such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants, see the Washington State Attorney General’s Washington Fair Chance Act Guide and RCW 49.94.010 (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=49.94) for more information.**