Agronomy Account Manager at Land O'Lakes, Inc. in SHAWANO, Wisconsin

Job Description:

As part of an ever-growing ag community, we are uniquely positioned to address the challenges and seize the opportunities of a growing global population. We are dedicated to finding the most talented people to support the businesses of our member owners, local ag retails and cooperatives across North America. We strive to match people that share our passion for agriculture with sustainable careers in the communities in which our member owners operate. There is no better time to be part of the growing, dynamic world of agriculture - let's help you find your fit.

Agronomy Account Manager

Summary:

We are looking for an Agronomy Account Manager to build and maintain positive relationships with members resulting in sales of fertilizers, chemicals, and seeds while improving our members financial success. While also conducting on farm sales calls and taking on some operations responsibilities during spring agronomy season.We are looking for multiple agronomy sales candidates across Southern Wisconsin and far Northern Illinois.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Recommend fertilizers, chemicals, and seed producing the greatest yield and profitability for members


• Write up product orders and verify price to maintain margins


• Submit orders for processing and follow up with procurement


• Help coordinate product delivery or application


• Analyze soil using sampling and observations


• Conduct testing and communicate the results to the supplier


• Develop plans for pest infestations and other crop related issues


• Collaborate with members on crop development and recommendations for improvement


• Coordinate with site managers regarding timing of materials


• Communicate with applicators regarding field characteristics, product placement, and other application logistics


• Follow up with members after application and resolve any issues


• Application of wet, dry, and vapor agronomy products to soil and vegetation


• Comfortable engaging and running heavy machinery


• Adjust hoses, nozzles, and tubes to account for varied terrain


• Assure the work complies with laws, regulations, and company standards


• Mix chemicals and fertilizers according to the formulas


• Clean and operate machinery to ensure operating efficiency


• Quickly report all machinery malfunctions and ensure repairs are completed


• Make minor repairs and adjustments to machinery in the field


• During the offseason assist with major repairs, paint equipment, and maintain facilities


• Assist in the movement and accounting for inventory tracking


• Identify opportunities to cross-sell for other areas of the business


• Support cross-divisional collaboration whenever possible


• Help out in other areas of the business as bandwidth allows


• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills:

• Strong computer and technology skills


• Excellent written and verbal and communication


• Sales and service focused mindset


• Motivated to always exceed customer expectations


• Work well independently and leading a team


• Strong enthusiasm for building internal and external relationships


• Embrace goals and goal setting to grow your sales career


• Self-directed and focuses on taking action


• Effective negotiation and closing skills


• Ability to identify objectives and recommend the best solutions


• Possess a strong set of core values and beliefs


• Accept responsibility while maintaining integrity


• Remain persistence and recover quickly from setbacks


• Demonstrate confidence in approaching new members


• Know how and when to ask for the sale

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor degree in agriculture or related field preferred


• Five years agronomy sales experience


• Certified Crop Advisor preferred


• Commercial Applicator License required (will provide assistance obtaining)


• Class A CDL required (will provide assistance obtaining)


• Clean driving record required

If you have questions about how to apply, please call the HR Solution Center at 844-LOL-HR4U (844-565-4748) M-F 8:00am-4:30pm CT.