District Sales Manager

Latham Hi-Tech Seeds; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Latham Hi‑Tech Seeds is seeking a District Sales Manager for the Central Minnesota region, with responsibilities to grow seed sales through dealer networks. This full‑time role emphasizes recruiting, training and supporting farmer‑dealer partnerships to drive results.

The role requires agricultural sales experience, a college degree in agriculture preferred, and a focus on customer service and community engagement within rural Midwest markets.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of agricultural sales experience.
• 2- or 4-year college degree, preferably in agriculture.

Responsibilities

• Coach new/existing dealers to support sales, enhance product knowledge and manage accounts.
• Identify, prioritize and contact targeted prospects.
• Complete a yearly seed sales forecast per product.
• Represent Latham Hi‑Tech Seeds and its brand by maximizing value to local farmers while achieving long-term company goals.

Skills

Agricultural sales experience

Customer service

Education

Two- or four-year college degree, preferably in agriculture

Job description

Career Openings: District Sales Manager in Central Minnesota

Are you ready to grow your future? We’re looking for you!

Latham’s District Sales Manager has an open position in Southeast Iowa that is vital to our operation. If you want to be part of a team that’s more than 75 years strong – apply today. (We’re waiting!)

Latham Hi‑Tech Seeds is an independent seed company servicing the upper Midwest. Today, the third generation is proud to carry on the family tradition. Latham Hi‑Tech Seeds is committed to bringing world-class technology and service home to rural communities in Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. We take great pride in breeding and selecting hybrids and brands that perform best in the geographies we serve, offering corn, soybeans, and alfalfa. With a great team onboard, we know we can fulfill the needs of our dealers and customers while providing great results.

This District Sales Manager position is responsible for growing company seed sales by recruiting, training and supporting a farmer‑dealer network. This is a full‑time position.

Responsibilities

• Coach new/existing dealers to support sales, enhance product knowledge and manage accounts
• Identify, prioritize and contact targeted prospects
• Complete a yearly seed sales forecast per product
• Represent Latham Hi‑Tech Seeds and its brand by maximizing both the value delivered to local farmers in the area while accomplishing the company’s long‑term multi‑generational goals

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years agricultural sales experience
• 2‑ or 4‑year college degree, preferably in agriculture

Key Attributes

• Customer‑service oriented
• Entrepreneurial‑minded
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Sets high standards and takes initiative
• Honest and ethical
• Personally accountable for actions
• Self‑motivated
• Willingness to learn new sales tool
• General knowledge of agriculture and the general seed selection process
• Strong commitment to our motto: At Latham Hi‑Tech Seeds, we know family farming is only getting harder. We believe farmers should have trusted partners who provide personalized solutions today, so they can grow even stronger legacies tomorrow.
• Have a passion for rural communities

Special Conditions

• Ability to lift seed bags
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation

Workplace Culture

• Family focused
• Empowering and rewarding
• Casual and fun environment

Full‑Time Opportunities include competitive compensation and benefits