Purina Feed Sales

Land O'Lakes; Town of Auburndale (WI); Remote; USD 53,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading agricultural cooperative as a Feed Sales Representative focusing on Beef Cattle and Equine feed sales. This remote position involves consulting with animal owners, conducting farm visits, and promoting Purina products. Ideal candidates will have a background in Animal Science and strong sales skills. Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits while making a difference in the agricultural community.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Education Assistance

401k

Well-being Resources

Qualifications

• Knowledge of nutritional and feeding recommendations for Beef Cattle and Equine.
• Experience in managing and caring for Horses and Cattle.

Responsibilities

• Selling feed and related products to optimize market share.
• Conducting farm visits and making sales calls up to 25 per week.
• Organizing educational meetings/events to enhance brand image.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time Management

Networking

Public Speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Animal Science

Tools

MS Office

HerdSmart

Salesforce

Job description

We're hiring a Feed Sales Representative - Purina Animal Nutrition to focus primarily on Beef Cattle & Equine feed sales with our partner co-op in Marshfield, WI territory. This role involves selling feed and related products to optimize market share, improve efficiency, and support the cooperative/dealer’s goals.

This is a remote (virtual) field-based sales position that must be located within the geographic territory of Marshfield, WI.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Calling on Beef Cattle, Equine, and Small Ruminant animal owners (primary focus being Cattle and Equine) to evaluate feeding programs and recommend nutritional solutions.
• Selling/consulting at farm calls (up to 25 per week) to promote Purina products and grow sales, including prospecting and cold calling.
• Organizing educational meetings/events for 4H clubs, saddle clubs, vets, trainers, and show clubs to enhance brand image, sell products, and increase store traffic.

Experience/Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Animal Science or related field preferred; candidates with pending degrees or proven sales/industry experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of nutritional and feeding recommendations for Beef Cattle and Equine.
• Understanding of animal husbandry, management practices, and industry standards.
• Experience in managing and caring for Horses and Cattle.
• Proficiency in providing accurate feeding and management advice.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office, and ability to learn ration balancing software (HerdSmart), Salesforce, etc.

Competencies & Other Skills:

• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills.
• High motivation, relationship-building ability, and leadership qualities.
• Ability to make multiple daily sales calls and conduct farm visits in all weather conditions.
• Networking skills to foster industry relationships and business opportunities.
• Physical ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Strong public speaking skills.

Travel:

- Approximately 15% overnight travel plus daily travel within the assigned area.

Compensation:

Base salary ranges from $53,000 to $60,000, dependent on experience, plus target bonus of $10,000. Compensation includes a mix of base salary and commissions.

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative reimagining the food industry. Recognized as a Top Workplace and on the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, 401k, and well-being resources. Part-time employees may receive prorated benefits.

Land O'Lakes is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workforce. Beware of fraudulent contact attempts claiming to represent the company.

About the company

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is a member-owned agricultural cooperative based in Minneapolis-St. Paul.