Crop Consultant
About the role
Nutrien Ag Solutions is seeking a dynamic and experienced Sales Representative to join our team. This role involves developing new prospects, interacting with existing growers, and increasing agricultural inputs sales to meet and exceed sales goals.
Responsibilities
- Develop new prospects and interact with existing growers to increase agricultural inputs sales to meet and exceed sales goals.
- Manage sales to meet profit margin goals.
- Affirm customer satisfaction of products including, but not limited to on time and accurate delivery and quality of product.
- Develop and implement strategies to increase the sales of proprietary products.
- Consult with growers on agricultural issues and prescribe appropriate actions to resolve issues.
- Resolve issues associated with adverse product results.
- Perform initial credit review of customers to understand credit risk.
- Provide necessary information to Credit Manager in order to choose credit limits.
- Collect outstanding accounts receivables from customers.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- University degree preferred, in lieu of degree, 5+ years agriculture experience and high school diploma or equivalent required.
- 2+ years’ experience using standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the agriculture industry, as well as the application of agricultural chemicals.
- Proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.
- Sales experience preferred.
Qualifications
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Knowledge of agricultural practices and products.
- Experience in sales and customer service.
Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to build strong relationships with clients.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary range between $47,000 - $90,000, depending on location and experience. Nutrien provides an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, life insurance, disability coverage, and paid vacation, sick days, and holidays. Additionally, we have a retirement program with generous matching employer contributions. Nutrien also offers an Employee and Family Assistance Program.
Pay
The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn suggest does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. The salary range for this role, in Hoopeston, IL location, is between $47,000 - $90,000. While we provide this range as general guidance, several factors are taken into consideration when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, candidate skill set, experience and training, licensure and certifications, work location, and other business and organizational needs.
Schedule
Details of the schedule will be shared in the application process.
Benefits
Details of the benefits package will be shared in the application process.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.