Agronomy Sales Representative

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Full Time Sales Henderson, CO, US

5 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $58,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

Agronomy Sales Representative | Henderson/Brighton, CO

Agfinity is the largest agricultural Cooperative in Colorado based in the heart of the Front Range. As a cooperative we are distinguished from our competitors by our excellence in customer service and our people, which we consider our greatest asset. Every dollar that is spent with the Cooperative doesn’t just go towards a product, it goes back to the community where you live, and comes back to you as patronage and equity.

Every day our approach is to serve others and find a world of solutions beneficial to our members, customers and our company.

We invite you to learn more about Agfinity, our products, services and the cooperative difference.

A customer facing position that builds and maintains positive relationships with growers that result in developing new business potential while focusing on retention of current business, this will be done by frequent sales calls to develop relationships, learn customer needs and offer the correct solutions in a timely manner.

• Frequent sales calls to develop relationships and learn customer needs and offer correct solutions.
• Sound recommendations from knowledge of crop nutrients, crop protection, seed and insect/disease management.
• Create and assist in implementation of new products, new processes, and new programs intended to mutually benefit the producer, as well as Agfinity
• Forecast fertilizer and chemical needs and coordinate with Director of Sales on purchasing, pricing, and programs.
• Maintain records of sales contacts and submit reports on a regular basis.
• Keep detailed records of all transactions, maps, soil tests, etc. to the highest standard applicable.

• Schedules seminars and meetings to update producers on changes in product registrations and environmental laws.
• Develop and present PowerPoint presentations to Agronomy Team and Customers.
• Performs other assignments as directed by V.P. of Agronomy or Agronomy Sales Manager.
• May need to help with the transportation, pickup, or delivery of products including but not limited to application and delivery.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy or Soil & Crop Sciences or related field required.

• Minimum 1-3 years in Agronomy sales required.
• CDL License and experience

• Knowledgeable and pro-active in Precision Ag processes, systems, and technologies.
• Keep current on industry safety regulations and company policies as specified in the employee handbook and abide by the same.
• Knowledgeable in all aspects of irrigated and dryland crop production that include Corn, Wheat, Sugar Beets, Sunflowers, vegetable, and organic crops.
• Ability to maintain a professional appearance of self and company vehicles
• Basic computer skills required to operate delivery software.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather and driving conditions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with our customers and maintaining superior customer service
• Negotiating/Closing:
  Identifies objectives and aims for the best solution. Balances own needs with desire to maintain relationships. Moves others to decision; ask for action.
• Ethics and Integrity:
  Possesses a strong set of core values and beliefs. Identifies and confronts unethical situations. Honest and above reproach. Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Perseverance/Resilience:
  Demonstrates persistence; doesn't give up. Recovers quickly from setbacks. Keeps a positive attitude in the face of resistance.
• Demonstrated confidence in approaching new customers or presenting new ideas. Presents information in a way that causes others to listen.

• Understands the fine balance of implementing best practices while understanding the cost/benefit impact of all decisions.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding and receive instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram…