Crop Consultant

About the role

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 help growers achieve the highest yields with sustainable solutions, offering a wide selection of products including Loveland Products, Inc.; Proven®Seed and Dyna-Gro®Seed; and financial, custom application, and precision ag services.

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.
• Assure 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

While a university degree is preferred, 5+ years of agriculture experience and a high school diploma or equivalent are required. Additionally, 2+ years of experience using standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the agriculture industry, as well as the application of agricultural chemicals, is required. Proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel is also expected. Sales experience is preferred.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to build relationships with clients, and proficiency in agricultural chemicals and sales techniques are essential.

Benefits

We provide an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, and life insurance, as well as disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week. We also offer a retirement program with generous matching employer contributions. Our benefits package also includes paid vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal and parental leave, as well as an Employee and Family Assistance Program.

Pay

The estimated salary range for this role in Pipestone, MN is between $36,000 to $80,000. Actual salary and benefits may differ based upon location.

Schedule

Details of the benefits package will be shared in the application process.

Application Instructions

To apply, please visit our website and submit your resume and cover letter. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.