Purina Feed Sales Specialist - Grass Cattle

Missouriagconnection; Braymer, Trenton (MO, MO); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Feed Sales Specialist to work remotely within the Braymer/Trenton territory. This role focuses on providing nutritional recommendations and sales support for Grass/Fed Cattle and Dairy Beef. You will engage with animal owners, conduct educational meetings, and drive sales growth through effective relationship building. If you have a passion for agriculture and a knack for sales, this opportunity offers a dynamic work environment and the chance to make a significant impact in the agribusiness sector.

Benefits

Medical plan choices including HSA options

Vision & dental plan

Company paid Life and AD&D insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Time Off

Wellness program with cash incentives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Animal Science or related field is strongly desired.
• Previous sales experience and strong computer skills are highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate feeding programs and recommend nutritional solutions to animal owners.
• Conduct farm calls and educational meetings to enhance brand image.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Time Management

Relationship Building

Public Speaking

Sales Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Animal Science

Previous Sales experience

Tools

MS Office

HerdSmart

Salesforce

Job description

Job Details

Job Title:

Purina Feed Sales Specialist - Grass Cattle

Location:

Saint Joseph, USA

Company:

Land O Lakes

Industry Sector:

Agribusiness

Industry Type:

Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services

Career Type:

Sales/Retail

Job Type:

Full Time

Minimum Years Experience Required:

N/A

Salary:

Base salary is dependent upon experience/tenure and generally ranges between 50,000-60,000.

Position Overview

This position is remote (virtual) and offices from home but must be located within the Braymer / Trenton, MO territory. We're hiring a Feed Sales Representative to focus primarily on Grass/Fed Cattle but also Dairy Beef and Lifestyle feed sales with our partner co-op in the northwest Missouri territory.

Responsibilities

1. Calling on animal owners to evaluate existing feeding programs, and to recommend and assist them with their nutritional programs.
2. Selling/consulting at the farm gate (up to 25 farm calls per week) with the end goal of selling Purina products and programs and growing sales and market share.
3. Organizing and conducting effective educational meetings for cattle producers, industry influentials, and various youth associations to enhance Purina's brand image.

Experience/Education

1. Bachelor's degree in Animal Science or related field strongly desired.
2. Previous Sales experience highly desired.
3. Basic command of making nutritional and feeding recommendations to cattle animal owners.
4. Strong computer skills, specifically MS Office, plus the ability to be trained on ration balancing software (HerdSmart), Salesforce, etc.

Competencies & Other Skills

1. Excellent verbal and written communication along with strong organization and time management skills.
2. High internal drive, a natural ability for relationship building, and leadership in a team environment.
3. Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
4. Solid public speaking skills.

Travel Requirements

15% overnight travel, in addition to daily travel in the assigned geography.

Benefits

As a full-time employee, you will receive a wide range of benefits for you and your dependents:

• 3 medical plan choices including HSA plan options
• Vision & dental plan
• Company paid Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, parental leave, caregiver leave, and emergency leave
• 401(k) plan with company match and additional automatic contribution
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness program focused on Physical, Financial, and Emotional Health with opportunity for cash incentives

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