Professional Forage Account Manager, Northeast

Professional Forage Account Manager, Northeast US

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DLF North America is recruiting for a Professional Forage Account Manager in the Northeastern United States. This is a remote position, and the successful applicant must live within the territory.

DLF Group is the world leader in the development and sale of high-quality grass seeds for the agricultural forage and professional lawn markets. With a focus on innovation and quality, DLF offers value to customers worldwide.

As a Professional Forage Account Manager, you will manage sales of forage and turf seeds to distributors and retailers across the Northeastern U.S., including the Mid‑Atlantic, Eastern Cornbelt, and Transition Zone. You will develop strong customer relationships, execute sales calls, attend trade shows, and collaborate on marketing programs.

• Maintain relationships with existing key accounts through regular visits across the United States.
• Visit potential new customers to promote products and identify opportunities for growth within the territory.
• Develop brand marketing programs for individual customers, specifically around key proprietary varieties.
• Participate with team members at trade exhibitions and customer field days as needed.
• Collaborate with sales management, operations, and grower services staff to develop shipping requirements for seasonal demands.
• Develop annual sales budgets and update forecasts with the sales manager.
• Coordinate with R&D Department and Product Management teams to plan for future varieties specific to customer needs.

• Associate’s Degree or higher.
• Knowledge and experience in the seed industry or allied industries.
• 3+ years of similar experience in increasingly responsible roles.
• Excellent verbal, written, listening, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, multi‑tasking, prioritization, and follow‑up skills with attention to detail.
• Proven ability to achieve sales quotas.
• Personal, positive, and competitive personality.
• Self‑directed, performance‑driven with a team‑player mentality.
• Willingness to travel as needed (20–30%).
• Comfortable with new software and technology.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher.
• 5+ years of quality sales experience.

DLF USA Inc. offers a compensation plan that includes a base salary, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a bonus opportunity, a retirement savings plan with company contribution, paid holidays, vacation, and personal days. Compensation is based on experience.

We do good things! Turf grass mitigates climate change, prevents soil erosion, and supports biodiversity. Join us to make an environmental impact while growing our business.

If you meet the qualifications and are interested in joining our team, please apply to the role on our careers page:  Upload your resume and a cover letter highlighting why you fit this role.

We thank all applicants who apply for this position but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

DLF USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities will be provided upon request during the recruitment, assessment, selection, and placement process. Alternate format available upon request.