Cattle Buyer Field Marketing Representative

Lincoln, Nebraska, USA

About the role

The Cattle Buyer Field Marketing Representative’s primary objective is to identify large commercial feeder cattle buyers within the feedlot sector. The position requires building relationships and educating buyers on procuring feeder cattle through products including LivestockMarket.com, as well as marketing finished cattle. Responsibilities include in-person meetings, handling inbound and outbound customer calls, and email communications. The Representative will also sell opportunities for feedlots to market cattle on LivestockMarket.com and AuctionTime.com.

This position requires travel across North America to educate customers in person. Travel expenses are covered per Sandhills Global travel policy. The position is based in Lincoln, NE, and reports to this office when not in the field. The Representative will gather industry information, research livestock industry trends, and provide feedback to support the success of the websites and publications.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage large commercial feeder cattle buyers in the feedlot sector
• Build relationships and educate buyers on procuring feeder cattle and marketing finished cattle
• Conduct in-person meetings, handle inbound/outbound calls, and manage email communications
• Sell opportunities for feedlots to market cattle on LivestockMarket.com and AuctionTime.com
• Travel across North America to educate customers (travel expenses covered)
• Gather information on industry shows and meetings
• Research livestock industry trends and ensure proper listing of information on company sites
• Provide industry feedback and collaborate with the team to support website and publication success
• Assume other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Knowledge of the cattle and feedlot industry
• Ability to travel (air and surface) with a valid driver’s license
• Comparable experience or an Associate’s/Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Agribusiness, Economics, Finance, Management, Marketing, or related field
• Stable and progressive work history
• Proficiency with basic computer word processing and spreadsheet programs
• Excellent oral and written communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to learn products and understand customer needs within the industries served
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Flexibility and openness to change
• Results-oriented with the ability to work independently and within a team
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
• In-office position with a 4.5-day regular work week; daily commute to the local office required
• Ability to work with minimal supervision