Senior Agronomy Sales Leader

Wilbur-Ellis; Pewamo (MI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) employer contribution up to 7%

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Wilbur-Ellis is seeking a Sales Agronomist III to manage an established sales territory in the United States. You will attract new customers, assist with product selection based on agronomic needs, and nurture profitable relationships.

The role requires 5+ years of experience, strong English communication, and proficiency with MS Office. You will lead budgeting, forecasting, and plans to drive growth and must mentor team members while maintaining high service standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in sales or agronomy.
• Ability to influence sales management to adopt new ideas and approaches.
• Deep working knowledge of local agricultural crops and market practices.
• Provide clear direction and motivate others.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Work independently with general oversight.

Responsibilities

• Manage existing and attract new customers within the sales territory.
• Assist customers in selecting and using products based on agronomic needs.
• Maintain and develop profitable customer relationships.
• Identify new key customers, understand their business, determine their needs, and drive the team to achieve sales territory goals and growth.
• Manage territory budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
• Follow credit policies and manage risk for the company.
• Lead the annual business plan to optimize growth and profitability for the territory.
• Implement marketing and sales plans; meet sales goals; and network with industry representatives to expand sales opportunities.
• Be the primary customer contact regarding deliveries, forecasting, credit, complaint handling, and custom applications.
• Lead and mentor team members, review the work of others, and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Sales experience

Agronomic knowledge

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Self-management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Wilbur-Ellis is seeking a Sales Agronomist III to manage an established sales territory in the United States. You will attract new customers, assist with product selection based on agronomic needs, and nurture profitable relationships.

The role requires 5+ years of experience, strong English communication, and proficiency with MS Office. You will lead budgeting, forecasting, and plans to drive growth and must mentor team members while maintaining high service standards.