Strategic Ag Account Manager

Valley Plains Equipment LLC; Ellendale (ND); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Life and Disability Insurance

Job summary

Valley Plains Equipment LLC, the local John Deere Dealer in eastern North Dakota, is hiring an Account Manager to grow B2B/Large Agribusiness sales. You will advise customers, analyze agronomic and financial needs, and coordinate with Parts, Service, IS Consultants, and other teams to deliver tailored solutions.

You will manage key accounts, identify opportunities, and drive revenue while maintaining accurate CRM records and ensuring customer satisfaction across departments.

Qualifications

• Preferred 3+ years of sales experience, with a demonstrated track record of success.
• Familiarity with John Deere or competitive equipment, with understanding of technology and agronomic trends.
• Knowledge of business, financial, and management practices within related industries.
• Exceptional customer relationship skills and ability to build rapport.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexibility to work seasonal hours.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate and nurture key customer accounts to deliver exceptional experiences and solutions.
• Proactively identify sales opportunities and address customer needs on an ongoing basis.
• Achieve established sales metrics for volume, margin, and customer engagement across assigned accounts.
• Guide customers in developing and realizing their agronomic, operational, and financial goals through strategic consultation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer account information, including equipment and operational details, within the CRM system.
• Collaborate effectively with dealership personnel, including IS Consultants, Parts, and Service teams, to ensure a seamless customer experience.
• Act as the primary liaison between the dealership and customers, representing all departments with professionalism and expertise.
• Stay abreast of product knowledge pertaining to equipment, parts, and services available to customers, as well as financing and risk management options.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer relationships

Communication skills

Industry knowledge

John Deere familiarity

Job description

Valley Plains Equipment LLC, the local John Deere Dealer in eastern North Dakota, is hiring an Account Manager to grow B2B/Large Agribusiness sales. You will advise customers, analyze agronomic and financial needs, and coordinate with Parts, Service, IS Consultants, and other teams to deliver tailored solutions.

You will manage key accounts, identify opportunities, and drive revenue while maintaining accurate CRM records and ensuring customer satisfaction across departments.