Sr Sales Rep - Turf & Ornamentals - Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin (Field)

About the Role

We are looking for a Turf Senior Sales Rep to join our Agricultural Solutions team in support of Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. BASF’s Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners, and agricultural experts, integrating sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental, and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.

Responsibilities

• Meet and exceed sales goals and objectives in the Turf and Ornamental market.
• Develop customer business relationships that create long-term value for BASF and our customers.
• Implement and execute field tactical activities that maintain and grow our product portfolio.
• Function as BASF’s face to customers, market influencers, and industry partners.
• Manage a territory consisting of IL, MN, WI, with up to 50% travel (Illinois preferred).
• Promote innovations and create solutions for customers to grow the market and product portfolio.
• Manage a sales territory to achieve yearly sales goals within assigned budgets.
• Build and cultivate strong business relationships with key end users and maintain a working profile of opportunities.
• Support and utilize a distribution network to increase sales throughout the territory.
• Present and administer marketing programs to end users and participate in special sales and marketing projects.
• Provide biology and product training to key end users and the distribution network.
• Effectively communicate top opportunities through strategic monthly reviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Agronomy or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in the agronomic industry, such as Turf & Ornamentals, Agricultural Products, or Lawn Care & Maintenance.
• Previous direct sales experience or experience as a Turf Superintendent, Lawncare, or in Ornamental sectors.
• Completion of formal sales training courses.
• Experience in account and territory management and planning.
• Sales/marketing experience in Turf & Ornamentals and/or Pest Management markets.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible.
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options.
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members.
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption, and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more).
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages.
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive.
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens.
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

Pay

The competitive Pay Range for this role is $110,960 - $152,570. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

About Us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America, we have been finding solutions for everyday needs and addressing complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years! At BASF, we empower our employees with the tools, guidance, and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career. Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF