Field Sales Representative II Seed-DEKALB/Asgrow-Iowa

Iowaagconnection; Iowa (LA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in agribusiness seeks a Field Sales Representative II for the DEKALB/Asgrow brand in Iowa. The role involves driving sales, managing relationships with retailers, and achieving targets while collaborating with a dynamic team. Ideal candidates will have strong business acumen and communication skills, along with a background in agriculture or sales. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health Care

Vision

Dental

Retirement

PTO

Sick Leave

Qualifications

• 3+ years in sales, marketing, account management, or agriculture.
• Strong communication skills and business acumen required.

Responsibilities

• Achieve assigned targets with Bayer products.
• Develop dealer business plans and manage inventory.
• Travel up to 60% for customer interactions.

Skills

Communication

Business Acumen

Critical Thinking

Digital Acumen

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

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Job Details

Job Title:

Field Sales Representative II Seed-DEKALB/Asgrow-Iowa

Location:

Residence Based , Midwest United States ,USA

Company:

Bayer

Industry Sector:

Agribusiness

Industry Type:

Chemical, Pesticide and Fertilizer

Career Type:

Engineering

Job Type:

Full Time

Minimum Years Experience Required:

N/A

Salary:

Competitive

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Field Sales Representative II Seed-DEKALB/Asgrow-Iowa

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 Representative II Seed-DEKALB/Asgrow-Iowa

The counties for this DEKALB/Asgrow Field Sales Representative II position will cover the following counties in Iowa.

Adair, Adams, Madison, Ringgold, Taylor, Union

As a Field Sales Representative II you will create demand for Bayer seed growth,seed products with retailers, dealers, and top growers, achieving an annual target within your territory or squad. You are an integral part of the team, collaborating closely with other Bayer commercial employees in the same geography to ensure the success of the squad goals. Your expertise in Bayer brands and product/technical/agronomic knowledge makes you a champion in demonstrating product performance against the competition.

YOUR TASKS AND 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 to60% for face-to-face customer interaction.

WHO YOU ARE:

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated product, portfolio, and agronomic knowledge preferred;
• 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;
• Must have a valid driver's license and are able to drive for the company that may fall under DOT/FMCSA jurisdiction, including hauling trailers, product, sup\plies, or equipment safely as required for the role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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.

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: Residence Based

Division: Crop Science

Reference Code: 845884

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