What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Agronomist - Evansville position at The Delong Co., Inc.?
Sales Agronomist
Location: Evansville, WI
Hours: Varies based on time of the year. Longer days are required in the Spring and Fall
Benefits:
- The DeLong Co., Inc. offers affordable Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx and Life insurance coverage.
- 401k with matching, FSA and Dependent Care Accounts
- Short Term Disability, Voluntary Life and Voluntary Long-Term Disability
Position Summary:
Responsible for building and maintaining relationships with growers, understanding their unique needs, and recommending products and services that enhance crop production and profitability. A unique skillset of strong agronomic knowledge coupled with effective communication is needed for success in this career path.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing grower base. Along with expanding and creating a new customer base. Showing growth year over year.
- Promote and sell agricultural products, including seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and equipment, to growers.
- Educate clients on the benefits and proper use of products and services.
- Assess fields and provide agronomic advice tailored to their specific needs, such as soil testing, crop rotation, and pest management strategies.
- Utilize Agvance software to keep accurate records of all grower information including plans, bookings, blends, crop maps, etc.
- Act as a trusted advisor, providing agronomic expertise and recommendations to address grower challenges.
- Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and competitors' offerings.
- Provide feedback to the company on market demands and emerging opportunities.
- Set and achieve sales targets and objectives while managing a client portfolio.
- Monitor sales performance and adjust strategies as needed to meet or exceed targets.
- Maintain accurate records of client interactions, sales, and agronomic recommendations.
- Prepare regular reports on sales activities and market trends.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Willingness to travel to grower farms and agricultural events.
- Agronomic principles, crop production, soil science, and pest management.
- Sales and negotiation skills.
- Technical knowledge of agricultural products and equipment.
- Bachelor's degree in agronomy, agriculture, or a related field (advanced degrees may be preferred).
- Strong Agricultural background
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.
- Willingness to work long hours, ability to lift 50lbs, climb ladders, and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Self-motivated
- Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
The DeLong Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The DeLong Co., Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
