Customer Account Manager - Small Ag & Turf

Responsibilities

• Manages key customer account relationships to provide a differentiated customer experience.
• Be able to discuss and demonstrate the represented equipment in a knowledgeable manner.
• Understand and execute required actions to achieve company goals.
• Read and understand programs and incentives.
• Identify potential Hutson customers using available prospecting tools and Customer Resource Management (CRM) system.
• Greet and build rapport with Hutson customers in a retail store or field environment.
• Enter customer info into CRM system per company guidelines.
• Ask qualifying questions to determine status as buyer/decision maker.
• Assist Hutson customers in selecting the proper equipment through discussion or demonstration.
• Complete necessary documentation for sale, financing and delivery.
• Follow up with customer after the sale to assure satisfactory experience.
• Provides value to key customer accounts by developing solutions that save time, reduce risk and increase profits.
• Assist with preparation and execution of company events such as trade shows, fairs, field days etc. as required.
• Support management in the pursuit of corporate policies, plans, goals, and long-term objectives.
• Foster a great place to work environment, encouraging accountability, open communication, teamwork, and a commitment to serving the customer.
• Participate in all business and/or department activities related to ensuring the customer experience is positive.

Qualifications

• 5 or more years of equipment sales experience is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance/accounting, or agriculture-related discipline or equivalent work experience.
• Valid DOT Medical Card is required.
• Extensive knowledge of John Deere and competitive equipment as well as technology trends/advancements.
• Business, financial and logistical management knowledge.
• Effective listening skills will be essential when working with clients.
• Knowledge of relevant agronomic practices and trends.
• Knowledge of key customer account agronomic operations.
• Ability to use software applications such as Microsoft Office and internet functions.
• Excellent customer relationship skills with current and future decision makers.

Benefits

• Competitive wage paid bi-weekly
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Company-paid term life insurance plus Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Employee referral bonus
• Employee discounts
• Dependent Care Assistance Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• On-the-job training & skills development
• Sales Commission Plan