Field Sales Rep II Seed-Channel

Bayer; Saint Paul (MN); Remote; USD 70,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural firm is seeking a Field Sales Representative II in Minnesota to achieve sales targets and manage dealer relationships. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Compensation ranges from $70k to $105k, with additional benefits. Join us to make a real difference in agriculture.

Benefits

Health care

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

PTO and sick leave

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills (interpersonal, oral, and written).
• Strong business acumen and initiative.
• Willingness to travel and work in a rural environment.

Responsibilities

• Achieve assigned targets with Bayer products.
• Develop dealer business plans and manage inventory.
• Collaborate with team members to maximize sales.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Initiative

Strong business acumen

Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Ability to analyze data

Financial and territory management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Overview

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

Field Sales Rep II Seed-Channel

The counties for this Channel Field Sales Representative II role. This position will cover Stearns, Meeker, Carver, Sibley, McLeod, Wright counties in Minnesota.

Responsibilities

• Achieve assigned targets with Bayer products in coordination with squad-mates;
• Support the delivery of squad goals through collaborative efforts;
• Develop and implement dealer business plans, manage forecasting, inventory, and product line demand;
• Serve as a key business consultant to retailers and dealers, selling the value of Bayer Crop Science products;
• Champion Bayer brands and demonstrate product performance against competitors;
• Collaborate with Field Sales Reps, Customer Business Advisors, Technical Agronomists, and other team members to maximize services and sales;
• Manage inventory concerns to meet business objectives;
• Analyze market and competitive information to drive business decisions;
• Follow strategies for achieving business plans for key accounts and assigned areas;
• Manage expenses and program payments for growth;
• Expand selling skills and product knowledge;
• Ensure program execution and fulfillment, including marketing initiatives;
• Manage relationships with top growers and retailers, planning for customer business needs;
• Mentor FSR interns and junior FSRs;
• Manage area claims per Bayer Crop Science policy and process;
• Travel up to 60% for face-to-face customer interaction.

Who you are

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills (interpersonal, oral, and written);
• Initiative, assertiveness, and ability to drive results;
• Strong business acumen, account planning, influencing, and critical thinking skills;
• Financial, time, and territory management proficiency;
• Proven ability to multi-task in a rapid-paced and matrixed environment;
• Strong computer and presentation skills (proficiencies in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook);
• Demonstrated digital acumen and ability to analyze data to influence decisions;
• Willingness to travel and live/work in a rural environment;
• Proven interest in supporting customer needs and driving market share growth;
• Position requires driving for the company that may fall under DOT/FMCSA jurisdiction, which may include hauling trailers, products, supplies, or equipment safely.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree;
• Demonstrated product, portfolio, and agronomic knowledge preferred;
• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in sales, marketing, account management, or agriculture OR other education level and 7+ years of listed experience.

Compensation and Benefits

Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $70,068.82 - $105,103.24. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Other benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. If selected for this role, the offer may vary based on market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

Your Application

Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Science for a better life, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.

To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes.

Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.

Bayer is an E-Verify Employer.

Location and Division

Location: United States : Minnesota : Residence Based

Division: Crop Science

Reference Code: 847714

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