Sales Specialist, CRM & Pipeline

John Deere; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay and competitive compensation

Retirement benefits (401K)

Healthcare benefits

Adoption assistance

Employee assistance programs

Tuition assistance

Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms

Charitable contribution match

Employee Purchase Plan and discounts

Job summary

John Deere in Moline, IL is seeking a Sales Specialist for CRM & Pipeline to drive sales growth by managing opportunities, strengthening CRM adoption, and advancing prospects through the funnel.

You will collaborate with Strategic Account Managers, dealers, and customers to align on opportunities, maintain data quality, and build a healthy forecast. Travel up to 25% is required; this onsite role offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with CRM platforms (Dynamics, Salesforce) preferred.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills required.

Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and advance sales opportunities in partnership with Account Managers, dealers, and customers.
• Lead CRM adoption, ensuring accurate data and consistent processes.
• Build, maintain, and analyze a healthy sales pipeline to support forecasting and growth objectives.
• Work closely with internal teams, dealers, and strategic accounts to align on opportunities and deliver a seamless customer experience.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Business/Communications/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Salesforce

Job description

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans.

Primary Location: United States (US)- Illinois- Moline
Function: Marketing and Sales (CA)
Title: Sales Specialist, CRM & Pipeline-124183
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As aSales Specialist, Customer Relationship Managment (CRM) & Pipeline for John Deere Construction & Forestry, located in Moline, IL, you will drive sales growth by managing opportunities, strengthening CRM adoption, and advancing prospects through the sales funnel. In addition you will...

• Identify, qualify, and advance sales opportunities in partnership with Strategic Account Managers, dealers, and customer
• Lead CRM utilization efforts, ensuring accurate, high‑quality data and consistent process executio
• Build, maintain, and analyze a healthy sales pipeline to support forecasting and growth objective
• Drive disciplined sales processes to move prospects through the funnel and support timely decision‑makin
• Work closely with internal teams, dealers, and strategic accounts to align on opportunities and deliver a seamless customer experience

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

• Strong analytical and reporting skills
• Excellent communication and project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with disciplined follow through
• Ability to travel up to 25% based on business needs

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience with microsoft dynamics, salesforce or similar CRM platforms
• Knowledge of John Deere systems, tools, sales processes and sales resources
• Experience working with John Deere dealers and/or customers within the Construction or Agriculture industries

Education

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or Engineering or equivalent related work experience

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

• Highly competitive base pay
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition assistance
• Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
• Charitable contribution match
• Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use

Must be 18 years of age or older to apply

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.

The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.

The John Deere Health Benefit Plans for Salaried Employees and The John Deere Benefit Plan for Wage Employees comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Nearest Major Market: Davenport
Nearest Secondary Market: Moline
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