Crop Consultant

About the role

Nutrien Ag Solutions is seeking a Crop Consultant to join our team. This role is responsible for developing new prospects, interacting with existing growers, increasing agricultural inputs sales, and resolving issues related to adverse product results.

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

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of agriculture experience.
• 2+ years of 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.

Skills

• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with growers.
• Knowledge of agricultural chemicals and their applications.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

We offer a competitive 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 have a retirement program with generous matching employer contributions. Our benefit package also demonstrates our culture of care with paid vacation, sick days and holidays, as well as paid personal and maternity/parental leaves and an Employee and Family Assistance Program.

Pay

The salary estimate for the Crop Consultant role in Illinois is $43,000 - $100,000 per year. 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 submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications. Please note that due to the volume of applications received, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.