What are the responsibilities and job description for the Independent Sales Representative-Southwest North Dakota position at Stine Seed Company?
Independent Sales Representative Job Opportunity
About Stine Seed Company
Stine Seed Company, a growing national seed company, is seeking an Independent Sales Representative to cover Hettinger, Slope, Bowman and Adam Counties in Southwest North Dakota.
What We Offer
- A well-established territory with dedicated dealers
- A 30-plus year reputation for quality seed products
- Truly unlimited earning potential
- Flexibility to work your territory your way
- Agronomic and sales support
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary ambassador of the Stine brand within the assigned territory
- Develop and maintain a thorough agronomic and technical knowledge of Stine seed products and services applicable to the assigned territory
- Manage existing dealer accounts & recruit new dealerships to increase sales
- Communicate and implement Stine's sales programs and policies within the assigned territory to meet sales goals for the district
- Work in conjunction with the Stine Regional Sales Agronomist to provide a high level of sales support within the assigned territory
- Develop and enhance relationships with customers and potential customers, either personally or through a designated seller
Competencies/Qualifications/Experience
- Candidates should have three or more years of ag experience, including previous experience in agronomy, crop production or seed sales
- Candidates should possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Candidates should have demonstrated knowledge of proven sales techniques, as well as excellent negotiating skills and the ability to overcome obstacles
- Candidates should have demonstrated success in dealer development and retention
- Candidates should demonstrate initiative and the ability to work with minimum supervision to meet established goals
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Proven ability to build/maintain strong relationships with growers by understanding their needs and values, and achieve desired results
