Sales Agronomist II - Mott, ND

About the role

Join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in agriculture. The Sales Agronomist II will manage existing and attract new customers within the sales territory, assist customers with proper product selection and use based on agronomic needs, and maintain and develop profitable customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage existing and attract new customers within the sales territory.
• Assist customers in selecting and using products based on agronomic needs.
• Maintain and develop profitable customer relationships.
• Identify new key customers, understand their businesses, determine their needs, and support the team in achieving sales goals and growth.
• Assist with territory budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
• Follow credit policies and manage risks for the company.
• Coordinate an annual business plan that optimizes growth and profitability for the territory and gains the manager’s approval.
• Implement marketing and sales plans; meet sales goals; and network with industry representatives to expand sales opportunities.
• Be the primary customer contact for deliveries, forecasting, credit, complaint handling, and custom applications, bringing issues to management's attention.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience
• Ability to work independently
• Willingness to travel throughout the territory and to periodic sales meetings
• Knowledge of herbicides and fertilizers (dry and liquid)
• Developing a working knowledge of local agricultural crops and market practices
• Proficient with computers, utilizing Microsoft Office and Windows applications
• Agronomy/Agribusiness degree

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and team-building skills
• Positive attitude and ability to establish relationships with field personnel, peers, and customers
• Excellent English written and oral communication skills
• Detail and accuracy orientation with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Physically able to endure outdoor climates, including hot or cold weather extremes

Pay

The base compensation for this position ranges from $52,400 to $69,880. Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Benefits

• Vacation and holidays
• Health, dental, vision, and mental health benefits
• Retirement plan participation, including an employer contribution of up to 7% into your 401(k)

For more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits, visit mywebenefits.com.

About Us

Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed, specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific. We invest heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. We foster a supportive, people-first work environment.