Sales Development Manager

Land O'Lakes; Kearney (NE); Remote; USD 85,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

An agriculture cooperative in Kearney, Nebraska is seeking a Business Growth Specialist to manage business communication and coach retail sellers. The role offers a competitive salary up to $118,800, a target bonus of $30,000, and opportunities for career advancement. Candidates should have a degree in agriculture or business and solid sales experience. This position supports remote work as part of a dynamic team.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Career advancement opportunities

Recognized as a Top Workplace

Qualifications

• 2 years of industry or direct sales experience or 7 years of successful work experience.
• Proactive communication skills.
• Ability to coach and mentor.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow business through communication with assigned retail sellers.
• Coach and train top retail sellers on products and technologies.
• Utilize tools to execute strategies.

Skills

Communication

Coaching

Sales Strategy

CRM Software (Salesforce)

Microsoft Products

Education

Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or business-related field

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Employer Industry: Agriculture Cooperative

Why consider this job opportunity:

• Salary up to $118,800
• Target bonus of $30,000
• Opportunity for career advancement within a Fortune 250 company
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Work remotely while being part of a supportive team
• Recognized as a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):

• Manage and grow business through consistent communication with assigned retail sellers and internal teams
• Coach and train top retail sellers on products, programs, and technologies to influence grower decisions
• Utilize tools such as the Account Plan and Farmer by Farmer Plan to execute strategies
• Support retail sellers in Answer Plot and post-harvest meetings
• Record account details in CRM software (Salesforce)

What is Required (Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or business-related field plus 2 years of industry or direct sales experience; or 7 years of successful work experience in industry or direct sales
• Proactive communicator with exceptional written, verbal, and formal presentation skills
• Ability to coach and mentor others, suggesting improvements and leading change
• Solid experience using Microsoft products and CRM software (Salesforce)
• Must have a current and valid state driver’s license

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):

• Technical agriculture product/crop expertise and ability to educate others on products, services, and programs
• Experience demonstrating agility and adapting quickly to change

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