Crop Advisor Trainee - Alachua, FL

Simplot Company; Florida; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Simplot Company, a global food and agriculture leader, is seeking a Grower Solutions Crop Advisor in Alachua, FL. You will provide customer service to growers through sales of crop nutrition, crop protection, seed, specialty and technology products, under the guidance of the Area Sales Manager.

You will grow a defined customer base, pursue opportunities, and collaborate with Region/Market Managers to meet targets and ensure delivery and billing quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from 4 year college or university preferred.
• Required proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent customer service focus and strong communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Promote Simplot brand and grow a defined customer base to meet sales targets.
• Identify product opportunities and advise customers with agronomic recommendations.
• Collaborate with Crop Advisors to increase knowledge and profits.
• Coordinate with Operations on delivery, billing and service outcomes.
• Maintain customer agronomic and financial records with the Area Financial Services Manager.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Job description

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 Area Sales 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

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.

Required Certifications

Valid Driver’s License is required.

Other Information

Job Requisition ID: 26890

Travel Required: Up to 25%

Location(s): SGS Retail - Alachua FL

Country: United States

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 for more information.**

• 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.