Agronomy Sales Specialist

Hillsboro, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 19 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Join a Billion-Dollar Co-op Where Local Relationships and Innovation Drive Growth

Our client is one of the nations Top 100 Agricultural Cooperatives and a Top 20 Agronomy Companyis growing its agronomy division and seeking an experienced Agronomy Sales Specialist to serve growers in the Hillsboro Wisconsin region.

This is a consultative sales role focused on delivering value not just inputs. Youll advise producers on fertilizer seed and crop protection solutions that improve yield efficiency and profitabilitybacked by a $1.19 billion co-op with deep Wisconsin roots.

Why Top Agronomy Professionals Join this company

Scale with Stability: $1.19 B in annual sales and ongoing investment in facilities including major expansions in Hillsboro and across Wisconsin.
Full-Suite Selling Power: Offer growers complete solutionsfertilizer crop nutrition seed crop protection energy and feedcreating stronger relationships and more wallet share.
Autonomy Support: Freedom to run your territory with the backing of dedicated agronomists logistics and credit teams.
Local Relationships that Matter: Farmer-owned community-focused and highly trusted throughout Wisconsin.
Growth & Recognition: United is expanding statewide offering advancement opportunities and industry visibility.

Ideal Candidate

Bachelors degree in agriculture marketing or businessor equivalent experience.
35 years in agronomy or ag sales with strong knowledge of soil seed and crop management.
A relationship-builder who enjoys being in the field scouting and problem-solving.
Driven customer-focused and motivated to grow a defined territory.
In-depth knowledge of soil and crop principles.
Valid driver license and willingness to travel.
Computer skills with Microsoft Office desirable.
Effective written and verbal communication skills

Why Sales Pros Thrive Here

Youll sell with purpose. Youre not just moving product youre helping producers optimize yields strengthen sustainability and drive profitability. Backed by new technologies local credibility and full operational support you can focus on what matters: growing relationships and results.

More details: Make value added recommendations to growers that will result in outstanding customer service and crop yield for growers while improving the cooperatives market share and efficiency and helping to achieve the cooperatives mission and goals. This position is responsible for sales service reporting while maintaining a positive attitude that results in teamwork within the cooperative and a favorable image of the cooperative with customers and potential customers.

Promotes and coordinates the sales of fertilizer crop nutrition products crop protection products seed and seed treatments to maximize yield.
Implements marketing and sales plans; establish and meet sales goals; and network with industry representatives to expand sales opportunities.
Scout fields for different diseases and pests.
Work with growers and make seed fertilizer and chemical recommendations to help them get the best return on investment possible.
Maintain and build a customer base of agricultural customers through proactive customer service and business development.
Contact prospective or current customers to increased market share utilizing scheduled appointments as well as cold calls.
Submits weekly sales call report(s) to supervisor for review.
Report accurate competitive information to manager including reporting the competitions strategies being employed and reporting on competitive activities.
Grow knowledge on all products and crop management techniques to better position yourself with producers.
Follow and support United Cooperatives credit policy.
Attend sales meetings for education and trainings as requested.
Use Ag Tech tools designed to help grower and UC efficiency.
Other duties as assigned.

Confidential conversations encouraged. Email your resume to:
Gary Perman

Required Experience:

Join a Billion-Dollar Co-op Where Local Relationships and Innovation Drive GrowthOur client is one of the nations Top 100 Agricultural Cooperatives and a Top 20 Agronomy Companyis growing its agronomy division and seeking an experienced Agronomy Sales Specialist to serve growers in the Hillsboro Wis...

Scale with Stability: $1.19 B in annual sales and ongoing investment in facilities including major expansions in Hillsboro and across Wisconsin.
Full-Suite Selling Power: Offer growers complete solutionsfertilizer crop nutrition seed crop protection energy and feedcreating stronger relationships and more wallet share.
Autonomy Support: Freedom to run your territory with the backing of dedicated agronomists logistics and credit teams.
Local Relationships that Matter: Farmer-owned community-focused and highly trusted throughout Wisconsin.
Growth & Recognition: United is expanding statewide offering advancement opportunities and industry visibility.

Ideal Candidate

Bachelors degree in agriculture marketing or businessor equivalent experience.
35 years in agronomy or ag sales with strong knowledge of soil seed and crop management.
A relationship-builder who enjoys being in the field scouting and problem-solving.
Driven customer-focused and motivated to grow a defined territory.
In-depth knowledge of soil and crop principles.
Valid driver license and willingness to travel.
Computer skills with Microsoft Office desirable.
Effective written and verbal communication skills

Why Sales Pros Thrive Here

Youll sell with purpose. Youre not just moving product youre helping producers optimize yields strengthen sustainability and drive profitability. Backed by new technologies local credibility and full operational support you can focus on what matters: growing relationships and results.

Promotes and coordinates the sales of fertilizer crop nutrition products crop protection products seed and seed treatments to maximize yield.
Implements marketing and sales plans; establish and meet sales goals; and network with industry representatives to expand sales opportunities.
Scout fields for different diseases and pests.
Work with growers and make seed fertilizer and chemical recommendations to help them get the best return on investment possible.
Maintain and build a customer base of agricultural customers through proactive customer service and business development.
Contact prospective or current customers to increased market share utilizing scheduled appointments as well as cold calls.
Submits weekly sales call report(s) to supervisor for review.
Report accurate competitive information to manager including reporting the competitions strategies being employed and reporting on competitive activities.
Grow knowledge on all products and crop management techniques to better position yourself with producers.
Follow and support United Cooperatives credit policy.
Attend sales meetings for education and trainings as requested.
Use Ag Tech tools designed to help grower and UC efficiency.
Other duties as assigned.