McLean County Crop Specialist - Evergreen FS - Bloomington, IL

FS System; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Total rewards package

Job summary

Evergreen FS, a leading agricultural solutions provider, is seeking a McLean County Crop Specialist in Bloomington, IL. The role involves selling crop nutrients, protection, seed, scouting, and technology services while traveling within the territory to grow the customer base and secure orders.

Responsibilities include developing sales plans, delivering agronomic recommendations, handling credit terms, and meeting sales goals.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate’s Degree in agriculture, marketing, or business and 3+ years in related work.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Willingness to travel daily within the trade area and extended hours during peak seasons.
• Professional certifications such as CCA, CCS, or CPAg may be required or pursued.

Responsibilities

• Sells and markets crop nutrients, crop protection, seed, scouting, and technology services to new and existing customers.
• Develops and executes territory-specific sales plans to meet profitability goals.
• Travels within the assigned territory to establish Evergreen FS brand and secure orders.
• Provides agronomic recommendations and value-added services to customers.
• Prepares sales contracts, quotes, and credit terms; manages order deliveries and follow-ups.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer relations

Agronomy knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in agriculture, marketing, or business

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McLean County Crop Specialist - Evergreen FS - Bloomington, IL

City: Bloomington

State: IL

Are you passionate about agriculture and looking to grow your career with a leading agricultural solutions provider? Evergreen FS is seeking talented individuals like you to join our team and make a difference in the lives of farmers and communities we serve. If you're dedicated, innovative, and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you!

Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000/year plus commissions

Responsibilities:

• Sells, Markets and Services the following products to new and existing customers: Crop Nutrients, Crop Protection, Seed, Scouting, Climate Fieldview, Technology Services, and Ag-finance program.
• Implements marketing plans and develops sales strategies that generate profitable sales in the assigned territory.
• Travels to client locations within assigned territory to establish Evergreen FS brand and obtain orders for products and services.
• Utilizes target marketing and professional sales techniques, including the FS sales interview road map, cropping programs, emphasis of appropriate features and benefits, and contact management system when calling on patrons and prospects.
• Adheres to Evergreen FS sales and marketing strategies and attends Evergreen FS sales trainings as offered.
• Responsible for meeting sales goals as established by supervisor.
• Develops territory and competitive analysis to maintain a current knowledge of the marketplace and the competition.
• Provides value-added agronomic products, services, and recommendations to patrons and prospects.
• Schedules product delivery and application to patron locations.
• Conducts regular patron meetings on product and technical information to develop customer relationships and drive sales.
• Provides customer service by using soil testing, crop scouting and other programs, follows up on customer complaints, and seeks a reasonable “win/win” resolution.
• Ensures the credit worthiness of customers, quotes prices and credit terms, and prepares sales contracts for orders obtained.
• Promotes the use of credit programs as a sales tool and helps provide the required information to establish credit.
• Responsible for maintaining the assigned vehicle according to company standards, adheres to the uniform policy, and maintains the appropriate professional image.
• Ensures field signs are displayed on all customers’ fields to promote FS products
• Responsible for completing and updating profile information sheets on all key accounts and targeted prospects.
• Collects for sales of all assigned products according to company credit policy.
• Attains and maintains technical and sales skills to certification standards.
• Follows Evergreen FS’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Daily independent travel within the trade area with occasional overnight stays.

Normally requires a minimum of an Associate’s Degree in agriculture, marketing, or business, or the equivalent thereof, and 3 years or more of related work experience to demonstrate knowledge of production agriculture.

Ability to obtain and maintain the appropriate driver’s license and satisfactory driving record for the type of vehicle that will be required to operate in order to perform all the duties assigned prior to employment.

Daily independent travel within the trade area with occasional over-night stays.

Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable professional certifications associated with the agronomy industry. (i.e. CCA, CCS, CPAg, Commercial Applicator w/applicable categories)

Ability and willingness to work extended hours during peak seasons.

Occasionally exposed or required to:

• Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)
• Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures
• May be required to work at varying heights
• Lift 51-75 lbs.

Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a difference in agriculture and our communities.

Evergreen FS proudly serves our members in the Illinois counties of DeWitt, Livingston, Macon, McLean, and Woodford, and in the Michigan counties of Gratiot, Clinton, Genesee, Ingham, Ionia, Isabella, Livingston, Mecosta, Midland, Montcalm, Saginaw, and Shiawassee. With a commitment to excellence and sustainability, we help farmers maximize their productivity while preserving the environment for future generations.

We are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement, while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well-being.

Whether you're starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.

Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.

SECURING YOUR FUTURE, ONE BENEFIT AT A TIME.

Our benefits packages aredesigned to support every aspect of our employees’ well-being—from health plans to life insurance, robust retirement plans, and more.We provide benefits that meet their needs today while also ensuring a secure future.

Offerings may include, but are not limited to:

UNITED STATES:

• Fully Funded Pension*
• 401(k) & Employer Match
• HSA & Employer Contributions
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Identity Protection

*The pension plan is subject to individual company participation. Those who do not participate in the pension plan enjoy a higher 401(k) employer match.

**Some benefits are subject to the hiring company.

CANADA:

• RRSP
• Life Insurance
• Disability

*Benefit eligibility may be dependent on employment type

Nearest Major Market: Bloomington IL
Nearest Secondary Market: Normal
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