Crop Advisor - Alachua, FL

About the role

The Simplot Grower Solutions role provides customer service to growers through the sale of crop nutrition, crop protection, seed, specialty, technology, and other agronomic products and consultative services. This position operates under the general direction of the Area Sales Manager to achieve the Company’s financial goals and operational objectives within specifically recognized agronomic geographies.

Responsibilities

• Promote and live the Simplot brand as the best-in-class agricultural distributor.
• Grow new business and manage a customer base within a defined area to meet and exceed area sales, profitability goals, and gross margin targets.
• Seek out product and service opportunities for current customers that enhance both Simplot and the customer’s bottom line.
• Market products to growers by initiating sales calls, providing advice and consultative services, and monitoring individualized agronomic programs related to crop protection, crop nutrition, seed, specialty, technology, and other areas.
• Emphasize and sell proprietary products where appropriate to maximize profitability.
• Collaborate with other Crop Advisors to increase knowledge, develop sales, manage customer relationships, and increase profits in the Sales Area.
• Regularly interface with the Region Manager and Market Manager to execute market strategies, report sales trends, competitor activities, and opportunities or challenges in the geography.
• Ensure adequate follow-through on operational aspects such as delivery, application, and billing.
• Regularly and reliably communicate with operations to ensure strong performance in delivery and service outcomes.
• Maintain customer agronomic records, assist in establishing customer financial records, and collaborate with the Area Financial Services Manager on credit establishment and resolution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a 4-year college or university is preferred (equivalent experience may be considered).
• 1-3 years of similar experience in the industry is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated focus on meeting customer expectations and delivering excellent customer service.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with management, team members, and customers.
• Self-driven, self-motivated, and customer service-oriented while being an effective team player.
• Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) and Pest Control Advisor (PCA) certifications are preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.

Other Information

Travel up to 25% may be required. Location: SGS Retail - Alachua, FL, United States.