What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Nutrition and Feed Sales Professional position at Land O'Lakes?
We are seeking a talented and results-driven Feed Sales Representative to join our team at Land O'Lakes. As a key member of our sales force, you will be responsible for driving growth in dairy feed sales within our partner co-op in the Wausau WI territory.
This role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to build relationships with customers and provide exceptional customer service. You will work closely with our sales team to develop and implement strategies to increase sales and market share, while also identifying opportunities for growth and improvement.
The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Animal Science or a related field, and previous sales experience in the animal nutrition industry. You should have a strong understanding of dairy husbandry, nutritional guidelines, and general market knowledge. Proficiency in MS Office and the ability to learn new software systems is also required.
In this role, you will be responsible for:
- Developing and executing sales plans to meet or exceed sales targets
- Building strong relationships with customers and providing exceptional customer service
- Identifying opportunities for growth and improvement, and developing strategies to capitalize on them
- Working closely with the sales team to develop and implement marketing initiatives
