NAS District Sales Manager - Remote (Northern Illinois, Bloomington, Peoria

NAS Nachurs Alpine Solutions, LLC; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a District Sales Manager to lead sales and marketing activities in Northern Illinois. This role involves developing and maintaining relationships with dealers and distributors, educating them on products, and conducting farm visits to promote a diverse portfolio of agricultural solutions. The company prides itself on a supportive, people-first environment, offering ample opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated sales professional with a passion for agriculture, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic field.

Benefits

401(K) Matching

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Paid Vacation

Work-Life Balance

Qualifications

• Proven track record in agricultural sales with a focus on fertilizer or chemicals.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize sales activities to achieve business goals.
• Motivate dealers and distributors to promote products and services.
• Conduct direct farm visits to promote and sell products.

Skills

Agricultural Sales

Interpersonal Skills

Presentation Skills

Leadership Qualities

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

NAS District Sales Manager - Remote (Northern Illinois, Bloomington, Peoria)

Apply locations

Home Office, Illinois, United States

time type Full time

posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago

job requisition id DISTR011698

Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag – and grow with us!

Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

“We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply — we’d love to hear from you.”

Do you have a proven track record in agricultural sales selling fertilizer or chemicals? Can you work independently to grow sales? Are you customer-focused with a sense of accountability to customer needs? If you answered yes to all of these questions, AND you have excellent interpersonal skills, this may be the job for you!

General Purpose and Scope of Position:

The District Sales Manager is responsible for carrying out all sales and marketing activities in a specified geographical territory to maintain, develop, and grow the overall sales volume in that territory in a manner that maximizes profitability.

Key Skills and Abilities Include:

• Deep working knowledge of local crops and market practices
• Provides clear direction and can motivate individuals and teams
• Excellent presentation skills
• Proficient in working with MS Office Suite

Key Personal Attributes Include:

• Ability to demonstrate leadership qualities
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders without formal authority
• Skilled at managing multiple projects
• Strong organizational skills and project planning
• Excellent communication skills

Specific Responsibilities and Key Deliverables Include:

• Plan and organize sales activities and customer/prospect contact towards achieving agreed business goals
• Plan and develop dealer/distributor network in specified territory according to the agreed market development strategy
• Motivate dealers and distributors to promote a portfolio of products and services
• Educate growers, dealers & distributors on new products
• Conduct direct farm visits to growers to promote and sell a portfolio of products
• Conduct direct visits to dealers and distributors to assist in selling a portfolio of products
• Sell and service equipment related to the application of fertilizer products
• Install and help to install equipment related to the application of fertilizer products
• Sell storage tanks as related to the storage of fertilizer products
• Deliver fertilizer, parts & equipment, and storage tanks to dealers and farmers as required
• Conduct grower meetings to promote the use of products
• Attend farm shows to promote the use of products and services
• Locate and develop test plot locations as they relate to the research & development program
• Manage and collect accounts receivable as required to keep receivables current
• Perform any other duties as may be required from time to time

Compensation and Benefits:

• In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $98,800 to $138,270. Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for commission, vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits.
• Drug-Free Workplace

Our Nutrition business line is able to hire in the following states:

AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, IA, KS, KY, MN, MO, NV, NC, ND, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI

Our Nutrition business line is unable to hire in the following states:

AK, AR, CT, DE, HI, IN, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MS, MT, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OK, RI, SD, VT, WV, WY

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.

NACHURS is a Wilbur-Ellis business.

For over 70 years, NACHURS has been the industry leader in NPK LIQUID FERTILIZER TECHNOLOGY. Built on quality, integrity, and innovation, we pioneered precision-placed liquid fertilizer in 1946 – formulated to meet the nutritional demands of crops and growing conditions on both sides of the border.

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Work Where EveryONE Matters

Each and every employee contributes to our shared success. Join a team where YOU matter: Your unique experience, your values, your ideas, your goals, your contributions, your wellbeing, your family, your future, your community, your career and your growth.

Employee Benefits: Take home a competitive salary and benefits you and your family deserve – from 401(K) matching, medical, dental and vision coverage, paid vacation, work-life balance and more.

Meaningful Work

Purpose & Values: Our purpose is to provide the essentials for the world to thrive. No matter your role, every Wilbur-Ellis employee makes a real difference.

Room to Grow

Talent Development: When you grow, we all grow. We’ll help you forge your own career pathway through continuous learning and skills development, mentorship programs, growth opportunities, business resource groups and career coaching.

Best of Both Worlds

A Culture That Cares: We are one of the largest family-owned, privately held companies in the world – which means as an employee you can enjoy the best of both worlds: The flexibility and close-knit culture of an independent company with the resources and reputation of 100+ years of business.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity & Inclusion: We strive to build diverse teams and cultivate an environment where everyone feels welcome and is treated fairly. We believe that the inclusion of all backgrounds and ideas makes us stronger and creates a community of belonging.