Senior Feed Sales Specialist- Grass Cattle

Land O'Lakes; Fort Collins (CO); Remote; USD 104,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural cooperative seeks a Sales Representative to foster client relationships and drive sales growth in animal nutrition. With a competitive salary up to $123,000 plus incentives, this role offers the chance to advance within a Fortune 250 company while enjoying a flexible remote work arrangement. Candidates should possess extensive sales experience and strong industry knowledge.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Flexible remote work arrangement

Recognition as a Top Workplace

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of experience in animal science/nutrition sales.
• Solid understanding of the grass cattle industry.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct targeted prospect calls to develop new business.
• Analyze sales results and identify underperforming areas.
• Collaborate to execute sales growth strategies.

Skills

Relationship-building

Public speaking

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Animal Science or related field

Job description

Employer Industry: Agricultural Cooperative

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary up to $123,000
- Incentive target of $40,000
- Opportunity for career advancement within a Fortune 250 company
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
- Flexible remote work arrangement within the defined geographic territory
- Recognition as a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Conduct targeted prospect calls to develop new business and maintain existing customer relationships
- Analyze sales results to track growth and identify underperforming areas, developing strategies to improve performance
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to execute sales growth strategies that utilize proprietary technologies
- Develop and implement training programs tailored to individual and farm needs
- Maintain accurate client history records and provide tracking reports within the CRM as required

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Bachelor's degree in Animal Science or a related agricultural field preferred; relevant experience may substitute for a degree
- 7-10+ years of experience in animal science/nutrition sales with a proven sales track record
- Solid understanding of the grass cattle industry, including management practices and nutritional guidelines
- Strong relationship-building skills, public speaking aptitude, and leadership abilities in a team setting
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with strong organizational and time management skills

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience with cold calling and developing a customer base in the agricultural sector
- Familiarity with business acumen related to sales and marketing in agriculture

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