Plant Nutrient Sales Trainee

The Andersons, Inc.; Indiana, Northern (PA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Andersons, Inc. in Galveston, IN is seeking a Plant Nutrient Sales Trainee.

This developmental role rotates through the Plant Nutrient Group to learn all aspects of the business and prepares you for an entry-level sales/commercial role within 8–12 months. You will build customer relationships, gain exposure to product management, logistics, pricing, and financial reporting, and develop knowledge of fertilizer markets and margins.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or 1–3 years’ relevant experience (Agronomy, Crop Science, Agriculture Business, or related major strongly preferred).
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Willingness to travel and relocate as needed during/after the rotational program.

Responsibilities

• Learn fundamentals of Plant Nutrient business and supply chain.
• Develop relationships with customers and learn to deliver customer-centric solutions.
• Gain working knowledge of commercial product management, sales, logistics, and major P&L components.
• Understand pricing and margin dynamics across fertilizer supply chains and global trade.

Skills

Driver's License

Willingness to Travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 1–3 years’ relevant experience

Job description

## Plant Nutrient Sales TraineeApply: Galveston, IN: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R12477As a North American leader in agribusiness and renewable fuels, The Andersons operates in a unique space, bringing together agriculture, energy, and global markets. From the farm to customers around the world, we help move food, feed, and fuel where it’s needed most. Our business spans the full value chain, which means the work we do directly supports farmers, customers, and communities every day. Whether it’s helping producers succeed, delivering essential products, or advancing more sustainable energy solutions, our impact is both local and global. What truly sets us apart is how we work together. We are a performance-driven, people-powered organization where employees are owners, sharing in our success and helping shape our future. We invest in our team through development opportunities, meaningful career paths, and a culture that encourages growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement. At the core of everything we do is our Statement of Principles. We are committed to providing extraordinary service to our customers, helping our employees improve, supporting our communities, and increasing the value of the company for our shareholders.**Position Overview**This position is a developmental role focused on learning all aspects of the Ag Supply Chain during rotations throughout the Plant Nutrient Group’s core business. The purpose of this position is to gain the necessary knowledge and experience to understand key components of the Plant Nutrient business, providing an opportunity to transition into an entry level sales/commercial role within 8-12 months.**Key Responsibilities*** Learn fundamentals of Plant Nutrient business and supply chain* Learn key components of building strategic relationships with customers* Gain a working knowledge of Plant Nutrient Group operations including but not limited to commercial product management and sales, logistics, major P&L components and financial reporting, and Farm Center sales and operations* Develop an understanding of pricing and margin throughout the fertilizer supply chain, from manufacturer to farmer* Learn and begin to apply fertilizer supply and demand fundamentals and understand fundamentals and logistics of global trade* Gain a base of understanding regarding local fertilizer markets, end use, service, and logistics in the Eastern corn belt**What is Expected of You and Others at This Level*** Performs routine, entry-level assignments* Knowledge and exposure to fundamental theories, principles and concepts gained through education and/or experience* Develops competence by performing structured work assignments* Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems* Receives instruction, guidance and direction**Competencies Expected of You and Others at This Level*** Collaborates - Builds partnerships and works cooperatively with others to achieve shared objectives* Ensures Accountability - Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments* Being Resilient - Rebounds from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations* Customer Focus - Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer centric solutions* Values Differences - Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization* Optimizes Work Processes - Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement* Instills Trust - Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity**Minimum Qualifications & Skills*** Bachelor’s Degree required or 1-3 years’ relevant experience required; Agronomy, Crop Science, Agriculture Business, Agriculture Communications, or related major strongly preferred* Must have a valid Driver’s License* Must be able to drive for the company according to the Company’s Vehicle Safety and Driver Qualification Policy**Physical Requirements and Working Environment*** Willingness to travel and flexibility to relocate during and after the rotational program*This job description is intended to give you a general understanding of the role and the type of work involved, but it may not include every responsibility or requirement. **Employment with The Andersons, Inc. is at will**, which means both you and the Company can end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, consistent with applicable law, nothing in this description should be viewed as a contract.*