Turf and Ornamental Sales Representative

Overview

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, guides our culture of care and our core values: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. Nutrien Ag Solutions is the retail division of Nutrien, providing full-acre solutions through our network of trusted crop consultants at more than 2,000 locations in North America, South America, and Australia. We have helped growers achieve high yields with sustainable solutions for more than 150 years, offering a wide selection of products including Loveland Products, Inc.;
Proven® Seed and Dyna-Gro® Seed, as well as financial, custom application and precision ag services. Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders and grow your career with Nutrien and Nutrien Ag Solutions.

The Sales Agronomist – Turf and Ornamental will be responsible for continued business development with golf courses, lawn care operators, parks and recreation departments, school districts, and sports turf managers. They will build complete agronomic plans including fertilizer, seed, disease, pest, and water management programs for customers.

• Understanding of chemical and fertilizers, and the ability to put together agronomic plans for clients.
• Understand basic cultural practices related to golf course, nursery and/or landscape turf management.
• Integrate and position proprietary products into customer business plans.
• Become active and involved with local industry associations.
• Have excellent communication skills, with the ability to make cold calls and deepen existing business relationships.
• Work with local manager and fellow reps to develop market strategies.
• Forecast seasonal product needs by working with purchasing and operations managers.
• Recognize and communicate company finance programs when applicable.
• Keep confidential customer information, accurate records, and organized business plans.
• Make safety a daily priority.
• Other duties as required.

• Bachelor's degree in Turfgrass, Horticulture, Soil Science or related field preferred.
• 2+ years’ experience in agronomy sales for Turf, Ornamental, Plant Health Care, Chemicals and Fertilizer.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in agriculture or a combination of education and work experience.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to work additional hours to meet business demands.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Proficient use of computer programs to include Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

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The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and Linked In lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you may be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.

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